Brassavola grandiflora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
401760
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1839
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 25: t. 16 (1839)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401092
Common Names
- Brassavola grandiflora
- Grandiflora Brassavola
- Brassavola Grandiflora
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- Brassavola nodosa grandiflora (Lindl.) H.G.Jones [unknown]
- Javieria grandiflora (Lindl.) Archila, Chiron & Szlach. [unknown]
Description
Brassavola grandiflora (also called Large-flowered Brassavola, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, tropical forests, at altitudes of 0–1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments like fever, headache, and toothache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brassavola grandiflora is a large, white, fragrant flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola grandiflora is a drought-tolerant plant that prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by division of the clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Brassavola grandiflora
Brassavola grandiflora can be found in tropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Brassavola grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola grandiflora?
Brassavola grandiflora
What is the common name of Brassavola grandiflora?
Large-flowered Brassavola
What is the natural habitat of Brassavola grandiflora?
Brassavola grandiflora is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America.
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-24202: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.