Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pumilio
ID:
382730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Flora 65: 531 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000382062

Common Names

  • Brachycorythis pumilio
  • Pumilio Brachycorythis
  • Dwarf Brachycorythis

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Synonyms

  • Penthea pumilio Lindl. [unknown]
  • Schwartzkopffia buettneriana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Schwartzkopffia pumilio Schltr. [unknown]
  • Brachycorythis rosea A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Disa pumilio (Lindl.) T.Durand & Schinz [unknown]

Description

Brachycorythis pumilio (also called 'Dwarf Brachycorythis', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial plant that grows in moist, shady habitats. It has a rosette of leaves with a long, slender stem and a flower-like inflorescence. The flowers are white and can reach up to 10 cm in height.

Uses & Benefits

Brachycorythis pumilio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachycorythis pumilio is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachycorythis pumilio is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels and can tolerate some drought. It can be propagated from seed, but this is not recommended as the seedlings are slow to grow and may not be true to the parent plant.

Where to Find Brachycorythis pumilio

Brachycorythis pumilio is native to Africa and is found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows.

Brachycorythis pumilio FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brachycorythis pumilio?

Brachycorythis pumilio

What type of plant is Brachycorythis pumilio?

Orchid

What is the native range of Brachycorythis pumilio?

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,

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