Species Orchid, The Over-Looked Brassia, Brassia

Brassianeglecta

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Brassia (BRASS-ee-uh)
Species
neglecta (nay-GLEK-tuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Chartreuse (yellow-green)
Maroon/Burgundy
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
Seed Collecting
Regional

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