Brassavola subulifolia - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
subulifolia
ID:
403237
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1831
Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 115 (1831)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000402569
Common Names
- Brassavola subulifolia
- Subulifolia Brassavola
- Brassavola Subulifolia
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- Lysimnia bicolor Raf. [unknown]
- Bletia cordata Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Bletia nodosa cordata (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Brassavola cordata Lindl. [unknown]
- Brassavola nodosa Hook. [illegitimate]
- Brassavola sloanei Griseb. [unknown]
- Brassavola stricta auct. [deprecated]
- Brassavola nodosa cordata (Lindl.) N.H.Williams [unknown]
Description
Brassavola subulifolia (also called Subulifolia Orchid, among many other common names) is an epiphytic plant with a slender stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola subulifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in erosion control and as a soil amendment.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassavola subulifolia has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola subulifolia is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Brassavola subulifolia
Brassavola subulifolia can be found in Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America.
Brassavola subulifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola subulifolia?
Brassavola subulifolia
What type of plant is Brassavola subulifolia?
Orchid
Where does Brassavola subulifolia grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
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-24226: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.