Bletia netzeri - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
netzeri
ID:
626174
Status:
valid
Authors:
Senghas
Source:
wcs
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Orchideen Pfl. Extr. : 170 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625506
Common Names
- Bletia netzeri
- Netzer's Bletia
- Butterfly Orchid
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Bletia netzeri (also called 'Fairy Crassula', among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 12 inches (30 cm) tall. It has small, fleshy, rounded leaves that are arranged in pairs along the stems. It is native to South Africa and is commonly found in rocky areas and dry grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Bletia netzeri is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in a variety of soils. Its attractive foliage and flowers make it a great addition to any garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Bletia netzeri has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.
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Bletia netzeri is a succulent that can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cut off a stem from the mother plant and allow it to dry for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water the soil and keep it moist until the cutting has taken root. Bletia netzeri prefers bright, indirect sunlight and should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Bletia netzeri
Bletia netzeri can be found in South Africa.
Bletia netzeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bletia netzeri?
Bletia netzeri
What is the common name of Bletia netzeri?
Netzer's Bletia
What is the natural habitat of Bletia netzeri?
Dry rocky slopes in South Africa
Species in the Bletia genus
Bletia riparia, Bletia adenocarpa, Bletia altilamellata, Bletia amabilis, Bletia antillana, Bletia campanulata, Bletia candida, Bletia catenulata, Bletia coccinea, Bletia concolor, Bletia ensifolia, Bletia florida, Bletia gracilis, Bletia greenmaniana, Bletia greenwoodiana, Bletia lilacina, Bletia macristhmochila, Bletia meridana, Bletia neglecta, Bletia nelsonii, Bletia parkinsonii, Bletia patula, Bletia punctata, Bletia purpurata, Bletia purpurea, Bletia reflexa, Bletia roezlii, Bletia similis, Bletia stenophylla, Bletia tamayoana, Bletia tenuifolia, Bletia urbana, Bletia warfordiana, Bletia netzeri, Bletia villae, Bletia ekmanii, Bletia elegans, Bletia mixtecana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-274217: Based on the initial data import
Karlheinz Senghas (1928-2004): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Senghas' in the authors string.