Species:
brachystelestachyum
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hágsater, E.Santiago & Reina-Rodr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 15(1): t. 1509 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345004
Common Names
- Epidendrum brachystelestachyum
- Brachystelestachyum Epidendrum
- Epidendrum Brachystelestachyum
Description
Epidendrum brachystelestachyum (also called short-styled 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 brachystelestachyum is used as a source of timber, for medicinal purposes, and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Epidendrum brachystelestachyum 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 brachystelestachyum is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil. It can be propagated from seed or division. Division should be done when the plant is actively growing, usually in the spring or summer. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 18-22°C. Germination usually takes 2-4 weeks.
Where to Find Epidendrum brachystelestachyum
Epidendrum brachystelestachyum is found in Peru and Ecuador.
Epidendrum brachystelestachyum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epidendrum brachystelestachyum?
Epidendrum brachystelestachyum
What is the family of Epidendrum brachystelestachyum?
Orchidaceae
Where is Epidendrum brachystelestachyum 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,
References
A. Reina-Rodríguez: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reina-Rodr.' in the authors string.