Brassavola fasciculata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fasciculata
ID:
401279
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 3: 126 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400611
Common Names
- Brassavola Fasciculata
- Fasciculata Brassavola
- Fasciculata Orchid
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- Brassavola ceboletta fasciculata (Pabst) H.G.Jones [unknown]
- Brassavola ovaliformis fasciculata (Pabst) H.G.Jones [unknown]
Description
Brassavola fasciculata (also called Clustered Brassavola, among many other common names) is a small orchid that is native to Central and South America. It has long, thin leaves and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola fasciculata is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers in the spring. It is also used in landscaping, as a hedge or windbreak, and can be used to attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassavola fasciculata has white, fragrant flowers. The seed is a small, dark brown capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola fasciculata is an evergreen shrub that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained, acidic soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a cold frame in autumn or spring. Cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame.
Where to Find Brassavola fasciculata
Brassavola fasciculata is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, sunny areas.
Brassavola fasciculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola fasciculata?
Brassavola fasciculata
What is the optimal temperature for Brassavola fasciculata?
The optimal temperature for Brassavola fasciculata is between 16-20°C.
What is the optimal soil pH for Brassavola fasciculata?
The optimal soil pH for Brassavola fasciculata is between 5.5-7.5.
Species in the Brassavola genus
Brassavola acaulis, Brassavola angustata, Brassavola appendiculata, Brassavola ceboletta, Brassavola cucullata, Brassavola fasciculata, Brassavola filifolia, Brassavola flagellaris, Brassavola gardneri, Brassavola gillettei, Brassavola grandiflora, Brassavola harrisii, Brassavola martiana, Brassavola nodosa, Brassavola perrinii, Brassavola reginae, Brassavola retusa, Brassavola revoluta, Brassavola rhomboglossa, Brassavola subulifolia, Brassavola tuberculata, Brassavola venosa, Brassavola cebolleta, Brassavola xerophylla, Brassavola pitengoensis,
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-24193: Based on the initial data import
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.