Status:
valid
Authors:
Hiern
Source:
wcs
Year:
1877
Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 84 (1877)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327697
Common Names
- Bertiera bracteolata
- Bracteolata Bertiera
- Bracteolata Orchid
Description
Bertiera bracteolata (also called Bracteolate Bertiera, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It has a single, long-lasting leaf and a single, terminal inflorescence. It grows in humid forests and in open areas, at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
Uses & Benefits
Bertiera bracteolata is a popular ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Bertiera bracteolata are yellow in color, with a tubular shape and five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and leaves that are green and lanceolate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bertiera bracteolata is a tropical epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or a combination of the two. It prefers bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). Propagation is done through division of the mature plant or by seed.
Where to Find Bertiera bracteolata
Bertiera bracteolata can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Bertiera bracteolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bertiera bracteolata?
Bertiera bracteolata
What is the common name of Bertiera bracteolata?
Bracteolata Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Bertiera bracteolata?
Tropical rainforest
Species in the Bertiera genus
Bertiera adamsii,
Bertiera aequatorialis,
Bertiera aethiopica,
Bertiera angusiana,
Bertiera angustifolia,
Bertiera annobonensis,
Bertiera arctistipula,
Bertiera batesii,
Bertiera bicarpellata,
Bertiera bistipulata,
Bertiera borbonica,
Bertiera bracteolata,
Bertiera bracteosa,
Bertiera breviflora,
Bertiera chevalieri,
Bertiera congolana,
Bertiera elabensis,
Bertiera fimbriata,
Bertiera globiceps,
Bertiera gonzaleoides,
Bertiera guianensis,
Bertiera iturensis,
Bertiera lanx,
Bertiera laurentii,
Bertiera laxa,
Bertiera laxissima,
Bertiera ledermannii,
Bertiera letouzeyi,
Bertiera longiloba,
Bertiera longithyrsa,
Bertiera loraria,
Bertiera lujae,
Bertiera naucleoides,
Bertiera orthopetala,
Bertiera parviflora,
Bertiera pauloi,
Bertiera pedicellata,
Bertiera procumbens,
Bertiera racemosa,
Bertiera retrofracta,
Bertiera rufa,
Bertiera sphaerica,
Bertiera spicata,
Bertiera subsessilis,
Bertiera tessmannii,
Bertiera thollonii,
Bertiera thonneri,
Bertiera troupinii,
Bertiera viburnoides,
Bertiera zaluzania,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,