Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pubescens
ID:
382545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Thes. Cap. 1: 35 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000381877

Common Names

  • Brachycorythis Pubescens
  • Pubescens Brachycorythis
  • Brachycorythis

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Synonyms

  • Peristylus hispidulus Rendle [unknown]
  • Platanthera brachycorythis Schltr. [unknown]
  • Platanthera hispidula Gilg [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis baumii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis goetziana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis hispidula Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis kaessneriana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis stolzii Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis sudanica Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Brachycorythis pubescens (also called Hairy Brachycorythis, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Nyctaginaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It typically grows up to 2–3 m tall, with a stem diameter of up to 1 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Brachycorythis pubescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brachycorythis pubescens has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachycorythis pubescens is a perennial grass-like plant that grows up to 1 m tall. It can be propagated from seeds or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist until the divisions have rooted.

Where to Find Brachycorythis pubescens

Brachycorythis pubescens is found in the Andes of Peru and Ecuador.

Brachycorythis pubescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachycorythis pubescens?

Brachycorythis pubescens

What is the natural habitat of Brachycorythis pubescens?

Brachycorythis pubescens is native to Venezuela and Colombia.

What are the common names of Brachycorythis pubescens?

Brachycorythis pubescens is commonly known as Hairy Brachycorythis.

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,

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