Species:
brachyrhodochilum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hágsater & E.Santiago
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 15(1): t. 1508 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345003
Common Names
- Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum
- Brachyrhodochilum Epidendrum
- Epidendrum Brachyrhodochilum
Description
Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum (also called short-lipped epidendrum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small epiphyte with long, thin leaves and small yellow flowers. It is native to Colombia and is found in montane rainforest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum is yellowish-green with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It can be grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It prefers well-draining soil that is kept moist but not soggy. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum
Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum is found in Peru and Ecuador.
Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum?
Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum
What is the family of Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum?
Orchidaceae
Where is Epidendrum brachyrhodochilum native to?
Mexico
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,