Status:
valid
Authors:
H.Perrier
Source:
wcs
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 7: 137 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933353
Common Names
- Cryptopus brachiatus
- Brachiatus Cryptopus
- Brachiatus Moss
Description
Cryptopus brachiatus (also called Branched Cryptopus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in dry forests and scrublands, and can reach up to 5 meters in height.
Uses & Benefits
Cryptopus brachiatus is a plant that is often used in landscaping and gardening. It is known for its ability to tolerate dry conditions and its ability to attract butterflies. It can also be used to create a natural habitat for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cryptopus brachiatus has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cryptopus brachiatus is an evergreen perennial that grows in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by division or seeds.
Where to Find Cryptopus brachiatus
Cryptopus brachiatus is native to South Africa.
Species in the Cryptopus genus
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,