Accession #: 198501796
Accession Date: 1985-12-31
Common name: The Warty Brassia
Family: Orchidaceae
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Country of Origin: Mexico to N. Brazil
Description: [syn B. brachiata Lindl.]
The most popular member of the genus in cultivation, this species makes a clump of elongated pseudobulbs with leaves up to 18 in (45 cm) long and 2 in (5 cm) wide, above which horizontally arching flower spikes about 24 in (60 cm) long arise in early summer. The flowers are greenish white or cream with petals and sepals up to 6 in (15 cm) long, darker spotted at their base and on the short triangular labellum. They are very fragrant, though the heavy, spicy perfume that develops as they age is not to everyone’s liking.
Uses:
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USDA Zone: 10-12
Source: Unknown
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Culture:
Grow in cool conditions with moderate light. Water the plant right before the potting mix starts to dry. Plants should be potted in a well drain medium such as medium fir bark. <sup>3</sup>