Status:
valid
Authors:
Luer
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 17: 334 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329831
Description
Acianthera bryonii (also called Bryon's Acianthera, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial orchid native to South America. It has small, oval-shaped, light green leaves and grows to a height of 10-30 cm. It prefers humid, tropical climates and grows best in partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Acianthera bryonii is used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating fever and inflammation. It is also used as an ornamental plant, and for timber production.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Acianthera bryonii has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, round cotyledon and a pair of opposite, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Acianthera bryonii is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division or by seed. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a shady spot.
Where to Find Acianthera bryonii
Acianthera bryonii is native to Brazil. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Acianthera bryonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Acianthera bryonii?
Acianthera bryonii
What is the common name of Acianthera bryonii?
Bryon's acianthera
What is the natural habitat of Acianthera bryonii?
Rocky slopes and grasslands
Species in the Acianthera genus
Acianthera aculeata,
Acianthera acuminatipetala,
Acianthera adamantinensis,
Acianthera adiri,
Acianthera aechme,
Acianthera agathophylla,
Acianthera alligatorifera,
Acianthera angustisepala,
Acianthera antennata,
Acianthera aphthosa,
Acianthera asaroides,
Acianthera auriculata,
Acianthera bicarinata,
Acianthera biceps,
Acianthera bicornuta,
Acianthera bidentula,
Acianthera binotii,
Acianthera bissei,
Acianthera boliviana,
Acianthera brachiloba,
Acianthera bragae,
Acianthera breviflora,
Acianthera butcheri,
Acianthera caldensis,
Acianthera capanemae,
Acianthera caparaoensis,
Acianthera capillaris,
Acianthera carinata,
Acianthera casapensis,
Acianthera cerberus,
Acianthera chamelopoda,
Acianthera chionopa,
Acianthera chrysantha,
Acianthera circumplexa,
Acianthera cogniauxiana,
Acianthera compressicaulis,
Acianthera consatae,
Acianthera cordatifolia,
Acianthera costabilis,
Acianthera crassilabia,
Acianthera cremasta,
Acianthera crinita,
Acianthera cryptantha,
Acianthera cryptophoranthoides,
Acianthera decipiens,
Acianthera decurrens,
Acianthera deserta,
Acianthera discophylla,
Acianthera duartei,
Acianthera ellipsophylla,
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,