Status:
valid
Authors:
Ormerod
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 16: 57 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345455
Description
Glomera brassii (also called Brass's Glomera, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to the Philippines. It has a single leaf and a short stem with a single flower. It is found in humid forests, often growing on trees.
Uses & Benefits
Glomera brassii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Glomera brassii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The flowers are borne on tall stems. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Glomera brassii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of about 1 m (3 ft). It has small, white flowers that bloom in spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Glomera brassii
Glomera brassii can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
Glomera brassii FAQ
What is the common name of Glomera brassii?
Ginger
What is the optimal temperature for Glomera brassii?
65-75°F (18-24°C)
What is the optimal light for Glomera brassii?
Medium to bright, indirect light
Species in the Glomera genus
Glomera myrtillus,
Glomera sepalosiphon,
Glomera pseudomonanthos,
Glomera mayuensis,
Glomera acicularis,
Glomera acuminata,
Glomera acutiflora,
Glomera adenocarpa,
Glomera affinis,
Glomera albiviridis,
Glomera amboinensis,
Glomera angiensis,
Glomera asperata,
Glomera aurea,
Glomera bambusiformis,
Glomera bismarckiensis,
Glomera bougainvilleana,
Glomera brachychaete,
Glomera brevipetala,
Glomera calocephala,
Glomera carnea,
Glomera carolinensis,
Glomera celebica,
Glomera compressa,
Glomera confusa,
Glomera conglutinata,
Glomera cyatheicola,
Glomera dekockii,
Glomera dentifera,
Glomera dependens,
Glomera diosmoides,
Glomera dischorensis,
Glomera distichifolia,
Glomera dubia,
Glomera elegantula,
Glomera emarginata,
Glomera ericifolia,
Glomera erythrosma,
Glomera flaccida,
Glomera flammula,
Glomera fransseniana,
Glomera fruticula,
Glomera fruticulosa,
Glomera fusca,
Glomera gamosepalata,
Glomera geelvinkensis,
Glomera glomeroides,
Glomera goliathensis,
Glomera gracilis,
Glomera graminifolia,
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,