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Brassavolanodosa

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Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Brassavola (bra-SAH-voh-luh)
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Species
nodosa (nod-OH-suh)
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Synonym
Bletia nodosa
Bletia rhopalorrhachis
Brassavola rhopalorrhachis
Cymbidium nodosum
Epidendrum nodosum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
N/A
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Dark/Black
Where to Grow

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Brea, California

De Leon Springs, Florida

Homestead, Florida

Jacksonville, Florida

Freeport, Texas

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