Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
iantha
ID:
380978

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wight) Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 10: 238 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000380310

Common Names

  • Iantha Brachycorythis
  • Brachycorythis Iantha
  • Iantha's Brachycorythis

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Synonyms

  • Phyllomphax iantha Schltr. [unknown]
  • Platanthera affinis Wight [unknown]
  • Platanthera iantha Wight [unknown]
  • Habenaria jantha Hook.f. [unknown]

Description

Brachycorythis iantha (also called Iantha's Brachycorythis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa and Asia. It has long, thin stems and long, narrow leaves that form a rosette. It grows in wet areas, such as marshes, swamps, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Brachycorythis iantha is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used medicinally for treating fever, inflammation, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachycorythis iantha is small and yellow in color. The seed is a small, black, round structure. The seedlings are small and have a single, short, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachycorythis iantha can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer and replanted in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brachycorythis iantha

Brachycorythis iantha is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in dry deciduous forests and scrublands at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Brachycorythis iantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachycorythis iantha?

Brachycorythis iantha

What is the common name of Brachycorythis iantha?

Iantha brachycorythis

What is the natural habitat of Brachycorythis iantha?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Ethiopia to South Africa

Species in the Brachycorythis genus

Brachycorythis acuta, Brachycorythis angolensis, Brachycorythis basifoliata, Brachycorythis buchananii, Brachycorythis congoensis, Brachycorythis conica, Brachycorythis disoides, Brachycorythis friesii, Brachycorythis galeandra, Brachycorythis helferi, Brachycorythis henryi, Brachycorythis iantha, Brachycorythis inhambanensis, Brachycorythis kalbreyeri, Brachycorythis laotica, Brachycorythis lastii, Brachycorythis macowaniana, Brachycorythis macrantha, Brachycorythis mixta, Brachycorythis obcordata, Brachycorythis ovata, Brachycorythis paucifolia, Brachycorythis pilosa, Brachycorythis pleistophylla, Brachycorythis pubescens, Brachycorythis pumilio, Brachycorythis rhodostachys, Brachycorythis sceptrum, Brachycorythis splendida, Brachycorythis tanganyikensis, Brachycorythis tenuior, Brachycorythis thorelii, Brachycorythis velutina, Brachycorythis wightii, Brachycorythis neglecta, Brachycorythis peitawuensis, Brachycorythis youngii,

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-23810: Based on the initial data import
Robert Wight (1796-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wight' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.