Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
brachycarpus
ID:
318224

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Griseb.) Borhidi & M.Fernández

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 27: 314 (1981 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317556

Common Names

  • Brachycarpus Suberanthus
  • Brachycarpus Suberanthos
  • Brachycarpus Suberanth

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Synonyms

  • Rondeletia brachycarpa C.Wright [valid]
  • Rondeletia camagueyensis Britton [valid]
  • Rondeletia elliptica Urb. [valid]
  • Rondeletia ternifolia Urb. [valid]
  • Ferdinandea brachycarpa hispidula Griseb. [valid]
  • Ferdinandea brachycarpa Griseb. [valid]

Description

Suberanthus brachycarpus (also called Short-fruited Suberanthus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Mexico and Guatemala. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a short stem, with two to four leaves, and a single flower. The flower has a yellowish-green color, and is marked with black spots.

Uses & Benefits

Suberanthus brachycarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Suberanthus brachycarpus is white with five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Suberanthus brachycarpus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several clumps and each clump should be replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Suberanthus brachycarpus

Suberanthus brachycarpus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Suberanthus brachycarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Suberanthus brachycarpus?

Suberanthus brachycarpus

What is the common name of Suberanthus brachycarpus?

Short-fruited Suberanthus

What is the natural habitat of Suberanthus brachycarpus?

It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-198500: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Mayra Fernández (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Fernández' in the authors string.