Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
breviflora
ID:
328385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hiern

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 85 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000327717

Common Names

  • Short-flowered Bertiera
  • Bertiera Breviflora
  • Breviflora Bertiera

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Description

Bertiera breviflora (also called Short-flowered 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 breviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to make perfumes and as an ingredient in herbal medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bertiera breviflora is white or yellowish-white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bertiera breviflora is a terrestrial orchid that is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is a small plant with a single, unbranched stem that grows up to 20 cm tall. The leaves are lanceolate and up to 10 cm long. The flowers are small and white with purple spots. The plant is propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. The seedlings should be kept in a bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Bertiera breviflora

Bertiera breviflora can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Bertiera breviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bertiera breviflora?

Bertiera breviflora

What is the common name of Bertiera breviflora?

Breviflora

What is the natural habitat of Bertiera breviflora?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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,

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