Brassavola rhomboglossa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rhomboglossa
ID:
402823
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Bradea 3: 2 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402155
Common Names
- Brassavola Rhomboglossa
- Rhombic Lip Orchid
- Rhombic Lip Brassavola
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Brassavola rhomboglossa (also called 'Rhomboid Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with white, fragrant flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is commonly found in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola rhomboglossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassavola rhomboglossa has white, star-shaped flowers with a yellow centre and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola rhomboglossa is a slow-growing, succulent shrub that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix and requires full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. Stem cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Brassavola rhomboglossa
Brassavola rhomboglossa can be found in Central and South America.
Brassavola rhomboglossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola rhomboglossa?
Brassavola rhomboglossa
What is the common name of Brassavola rhomboglossa?
Rhomboid-lipped Brassavola
What type of plant is Brassavola rhomboglossa?
Orchid
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-24219: Based on the initial data import
Guido Frederico João Pabst (1914-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pabst' in the authors string.