Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bothryanthum
ID:
1306625

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.R.Miranda, F.J.de Jesus, Chiron & Hágsater

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 15(1): t. 1506 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319079

Common Names

  • Epidendrum bothryanthum
  • Bothryanthum
  • Epidendrum

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Description

Epidendrum bothryanthum (also called Bothryanthes Epidendrum, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Epidendrum bothryanthum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Epidendrum bothryanthum has small, white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and slender with deep green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Epidendrum bothryanthum is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun in cooler climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every two to three weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Epidendrum bothryanthum

Epidendrum bothryanthum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Epidendrum bothryanthum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Epidendrum bothryanthum?

Epidendrum bothryanthum

What is the common name of Epidendrum bothryanthum?

Bothryanthes Epidendrum

What is the natural habitat of Epidendrum bothryanthum?

Tropical rainforest in Central and South America

Species in the Epidendrum genus

Epidendrum adolfomorenoi, Epidendrum cesar-fernandezii, Epidendrum gransabanense, Epidendrum lezlieae, Epidendrum marsiorum, Epidendrum montis-narae, Epidendrum reclinatum, Epidendrum silvanum, Epidendrum caeciliae, Epidendrum cancanae, Epidendrum foulquieri, Epidendrum fuscinum, Epidendrum josianae, Epidendrum macdougallii, Epidendrum misasii, Epidendrum monteverdense, Epidendrum paruimense, Epidendrum parviexasperatum, Epidendrum stolidium, Epidendrum acroamparoanum, Epidendrum acroscopeum, Epidendrum amaruense, Epidendrum atypicum, Epidendrum caparaoense, Epidendrum chalcochroma, Epidendrum cruciforme, Epidendrum cryptorhachis, Epidendrum cyclolobum, Epidendrum dejeaniae, Epidendrum dolichochlamys, Epidendrum folsomii, Epidendrum fortunae, Epidendrum gymnochlamys, Epidendrum haberi, Epidendrum hornitense, Epidendrum kusibabii, Epidendrum microrigidiflorum, Epidendrum nanodentatum, Epidendrum niveocaligarium, Epidendrum pachacutequianum, Epidendrum pachytepalum, Epidendrum philowercklei, Epidendrum platystomoides, Epidendrum platystomum, Epidendrum ptochicum, Epidendrum quispei, Epidendrum romero-castannedae, Epidendrum salpichlamys, Epidendrum sangayense, Epidendrum unicallosum,

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

Eric Hágsater (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hágsater' in the authors string.
Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Marcelo Rodrigues Miranda: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.R.Miranda' in the authors string.
Francisco José de Jesus: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.J.de Jesus' in the authors string.