Bletia is a genus of about 30 species of orchids (family Orchidaceae), almost all of which are terrestrial; some are occasionally lithophytic or epiphytic. It is named after Spanish botanist and pharmacist Don Luis Blet. The genus is widespread across Florida, Mexico, Central America, the West Indies, and South America as far south as Argentina.

List of species

Accepted species include:

References

External links

  • Media related to Bletia at Wikimedia Commons
  • Data related to Bletia at Wikispecies

Bletia catenulata · NaturaLista

Bletia purpurea Leon Levy Native Plant Preserve

Bletia Wikipedia, la enciclopedia libre

Bletia reflexa · iNaturalist

Bletia ensifolia PictureThis