Brassavola martiana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
martiana
ID:
401907
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1836
Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 22: t. 1914 (1836)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401239
Common Names
- Brassavola martiana
- Martian Brassavola
- Martian Star-Violet
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Bletia amazonica Rchb. [unknown]
- Bletia martiana (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Brassavola amazonica Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
- Brassavola duckeana P.P.Horta [unknown]
- Brassavola multiflora Schltr. [unknown]
- Brassavola martiana multiflora (Schltr.) H.G.Jones [unknown]
Description
Brassavola martiana (also called Martiana Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has a single stem and grows up to 30 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and the flowers are white with yellow centers. It grows in humid forests and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola martiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Brassavola martiana has a white flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola martiana is a perennial orchid that grows in partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is frost tender and should be protected from frost.
Where to Find Brassavola martiana
Brassavola martiana is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Brassavola martiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola martiana?
Brassavola martiana
What is the common name of Brassavola martiana?
Martian Brassavola
What type of plant is Brassavola martiana?
Succulent
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-24205: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.