Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Species:
eichleri
ID:
567640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(3): 218 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000566972

Common Names

  • Blumenbachia eichleri
  • Eichleri Blumenbachia
  • Eichleri Fern

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Synonyms

  • Blumenbachia aspera Urb. [unknown]
  • Blumenbachia scabra schenckiana Urb. [unknown]
  • Caiophora aspera Urb. [unknown]
  • Caiophora eichleri (Urb.) Urb. [unknown]
  • Caiophora scabra schenckiana (Urb.) Urb. & Gilg [unknown]
  • Gripidea aspera Miers [unknown]

Description

Blumenbachia eichleri (also called Eichler's Blumenbachia, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with a basal rosette of leaves and a short stem. It is native to Brazil and is found in the Atlantic Forest and Cerrado habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blumenbachia eichleri is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a food source for fish and other aquatic species.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blumenbachia eichleri is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have small, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blumenbachia eichleri is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a potting mix of equal parts perlite, sphagnum moss, and bark chips. It requires bright indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Blumenbachia eichleri

Blumenbachia eichleri is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Blumenbachia eichleri FAQ

What type of soil is best for Blumenbachia eichleri?

Blumenbachia eichleri prefers moist, well-drained soil.

How much sunlight does Blumenbachia eichleri need?

Blumenbachia eichleri prefers partial shade.

How often should Blumenbachia eichleri be watered?

Blumenbachia eichleri should be watered regularly, but not too often.

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,