Brassavola cucullata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cucullata
ID:
400989
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1813
Citation Micro:
Hortus Kew. 5: 216 (1813)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000400321
Common Names
- Cucullata Brassavola
- Brassavola Cucullata
- Cucullata Brassavola
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- Bletia cucullata (L.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Brassavola cucullata elegans Schltr. [unknown]
- Brassavola cuspidata Hook. [unknown]
- Brassavola odoratissima Regel [unknown]
- Bletia cucullata cuspidata (Hook.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Cymbidium cucullatum Sw. [unknown]
- Epidendrum cucullatum L. [unknown]
- Brassavola cucullata cuspidata (Hook.) Lindl. [unknown]
Description
Brassavola cucullata (also called 'Cucullata Orchid', 'Cucullata Lady of the Night' and 'Cucullata Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid, tropical habitats. It has long, leathery leaves and clusters of white, fragrant flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Brassavola cucullata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brassavola cucullata has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellowish-green center. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have oval-shaped leaves with a glossy sheen.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Brassavola cucullata is an evergreen orchid that can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagate by division or from seed.
Where to Find Brassavola cucullata
Brassavola cucullata is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Brassavola cucullata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brassavola cucullata?
Brassavola cucullata
What are the common names of Brassavola cucullata?
Cucullata brassavola, Cucullata orchid
What is the natural habitat of Brassavola cucullata?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Brassavola genus
Brassavola acaulis, Brassavola angustata, Brassavola appendiculata, Brassavola ceboletta, Brassavola cucullata, Brassavola fasciculata, Brassavola filifolia, Brassavola flagellaris, Brassavola gardneri, Brassavola gillettei, Brassavola grandiflora, Brassavola harrisii, Brassavola martiana, Brassavola nodosa, Brassavola perrinii, Brassavola reginae, Brassavola retusa, Brassavola revoluta, Brassavola rhomboglossa, Brassavola subulifolia, Brassavola tuberculata, Brassavola venosa, Brassavola cebolleta, Brassavola xerophylla, Brassavola pitengoensis,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-24187: Based on the initial data import
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.