Brassia consists of epiphytic orchids that vary in size from small to large. They feature pseudobulbs that are either ovoid or cylindrical, each supporting one to three strap-shaped leaves. These orchids typically produce fragrant flowers, arranged in racemes that can bear as many as 12 spider-like blooms emerging from the bases of the pseudobulbs.

Brassia

Brassia 'Mystic Meeze'

Brassia 'Rex Alfreda Lancs'

Brassia 'Rex Gaytarn'

Brassia 'Tessa'

Brassia Edvah Loo gx

Brassia Edvah Loo gx 'Vera Cruz'

Brassia Eternal Wind gx is a more compact variety compared to its progenitors, B. bracdiana and B. rex. Its leaves can grow up to 35 cm in length, while the flower stems can reach 1 meter tall. Each stem produces as many as 12 elongated flowers, which can measure up to 28 cm long and 8 cm wide. The flowers feature slender petals adorned with chestnut-brown markings and a frilled lip, emitting a pleasant fragrance.

Brassia Eternal Wind gx

Brassia Lance gx

Brassia Orange Delight gx is a hybrid that showcases slender, elongated dark yellow blooms adorned with brown patterns, transitioning to a deeper orange hue as the plant matures. This variety is known for its ease of flowering, typically producing blooms from September through February.

Brassia Orange Delight gx

Brassia Rex gx is a medium to large epiphytic orchid known for its distinctive elliptic leaves, which range from bright to dark green and can reach lengths of up to 30 cm and widths of 3-5 cm. Its oval-shaped pseudobulbs measure around 12 cm in length and are partially encased in green, leaf-like sheaths at the base. This orchid typically produces flowers during the spring and summer months on arching stems that can extend to 35 cm. Each stem may bear as many as 20 fragrant blooms, with individual flowers measuring between 10-17 cm. The flowers feature elongated petals and sepals adorned with dark brown markings.

Brassia Rex gx

Brassia antherotes

Brassia arachnoidea

Brassia arachnoidea 'Selsfield'

Brassia arcuigera

Brassia arcuigera 'New World'

Brassia bidens

Brassia bidens 'Fincham'

Brassia caudata is a medium-sized epiphytic orchid characterized by its elliptical, dark green, leathery leaves that can reach lengths of up to 30 cm and widths between 2.5 and 8 cm. The flattened pseudobulbs measure around 14 cm in length and 3.5 cm in width, featuring sharp edges and supporting a pair of leaves at their apex. This orchid typically blooms in autumn and spring, producing arching inflorescences that can grow to 45 cm in length and bear as many as 20 flowers. Each blossom measures approximately 3.5 cm across and 15 cm in length, with elongated, narrow petals and sepals that are predominantly yellow, accented by darker brown patterns. The flowers' unique morphology is an adaptation that resembles spiders, which helps attract specific wasp species for effective pollination.

Brassia caudata

Brassia elegantula

Brassia forgetiana hort. ex Garden

Brassia gireoudiana

Brassia hatcherii

Brassia lanceana

Brassia lawrenceana is an epiphytic orchid that ranges from medium to large in size, featuring elliptic leaves that can grow up to 40 cm in length and exhibit a deep green hue. Its oval-shaped pseudobulbs are partially enveloped by sheath-like green leaves. During the spring season, this orchid sends forth an arching flowering stem that can reach lengths of 40 cm, adorned with 7 to 11 blossoms. Each flower measures around 5 cm across, characterized by slender petals and sepals. The blooms display a combination of yellow or green colors, accented with red-purple spots. Their unique floral structure has evolved to resemble spiders, effectively attracting wasp species that play a vital role in its pollination process.

Brassia lawrenceana

Brassia longissima

Brassia maculata

Brassia stenopetala

Brassia verrucosa is a medium to large epiphytic orchid characterized by its elliptic, leathery leaves that are bright green and can reach lengths of up to 40 cm and widths of 5 cm. The orchid features egg-shaped pseudobulbs that are slightly flattened, measuring around 8 cm in height and 7 cm in width, often covered at the base by one or two green, leaf-like sheaths. This species typically blooms from spring through autumn, producing arching stems that can extend up to 60 cm, each bearing 10 to 20 flowers. The flowers, which may be pale green or yellow, can grow as large as 15 cm long and 10 cm wide. Both petals and sepals are elongated and narrow, adorned with dark brown markings. The unique floral structure resembles spiders, a trait that aids in attracting specific wasp species for effective pollination.