Status:
valid
Authors:
H.A.Pedersen
Source:
wcs
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Bot. J. Linn. Soc. 162: 71 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000917161
Common Names
- Brachycorythis neglecta
- Neglecta Brachycorythis
- Neglecta Brachycorythis
Description
Brachycorythis neglecta (also called Brachycorythis neglecta, among many other common names) is a perennial grass native to tropical regions of Africa. It has a creeping stem and small, linear leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brachycorythis neglecta is used for its ornamental value in landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brachycorythis neglecta has small, yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and have light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brachycorythis neglecta is an epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical rainforests in Central and South America. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining, loose potting mix that is high in organic matter. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Brachycorythis neglecta
Brachycorythis neglecta is native to India and Sri Lanka.
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,