Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
peltarion
ID:
378236

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 57: 92 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000377568

Common Names

  • Peltarion Brachionidium
  • Peltarion Small-flowered Orchid
  • Peltarion Small-flowered Brachionidium

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Description

Brachionidium peltarion (also called 'Peltarion Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, thin stems and small, white flowers. It grows in humid forests, as well as disturbed areas and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brachionidium peltarion is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of soil conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachionidium peltarion has small, white flowers and its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachionidium peltarion is a tropical shrub native to South America. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer, and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Brachionidium peltarion

Brachionidium peltarion is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats in Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Brachionidium peltarion FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachionidium peltarion?

Brachionidium peltarion

What is the common name of Brachionidium peltarion?

Peltarion's brachionidium

What is the natural habitat of Brachionidium peltarion?

Brachionidium peltarion is found in wet forests and grasslands in Central America, the Caribbean, and northern South America.

Species in the Brachionidium genus

Brachionidium condorense, Brachionidium deflexum, Brachionidium machupicchuense, Brachionidium alpestre, Brachionidium andreettae, Brachionidium arethusa, Brachionidium ballatrix, Brachionidium brachycladum, Brachionidium brevicaudatum, Brachionidium calypso, Brachionidium capillare, Brachionidium ciliolatum, Brachionidium cruziae, Brachionidium dalstroemii, Brachionidium dentatum, Brachionidium diaphanum, Brachionidium dodsonii, Brachionidium dressleri, Brachionidium ecuadorense, Brachionidium elegans, Brachionidium ephemerum, Brachionidium escobarii, Brachionidium filamentosum, Brachionidium folsomii, Brachionidium fornicatum, Brachionidium furfuraceum, Brachionidium galeatum, Brachionidium haberi, Brachionidium hirtzii, Brachionidium imperiale, Brachionidium ingramii, Brachionidium jesupiae, Brachionidium juliani, Brachionidium kuhniarum, Brachionidium lehmannii, Brachionidium longicaudatum, Brachionidium loxense, Brachionidium lucanoideum, Brachionidium meridense, Brachionidium minusculum, Brachionidium muscosum, Brachionidium neblinense, Brachionidium operosum, Brachionidium parvifolium, Brachionidium parvum, Brachionidium peltarion, Brachionidium phalangiferum, Brachionidium piuntzae, Brachionidium polypodium, Brachionidium portillae,

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,

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