Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nasuta
ID:
864108

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brade

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro ix. 10 (1949).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000863443

Common Names

  • Cirrhaea nasuta
  • Nasal Cirrhaea
  • Nose-like Cirrhaea

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Description

Cirrhaea nasuta (also called Long-Nosed Cirrhaea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to South America. It has long, pendulous racemes of white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in humid forests and is found in the understory of tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Cirrhaea nasuta is used as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cirrhaea nasuta is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret per spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown caryopsis with a single seed per spikelet. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cirrhaea nasuta is a fast-growing, clumping orchid that can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers partial shade and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or fall and planted in well-draining soil.

Where to Find Cirrhaea nasuta

Cirrhaea nasuta is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Cirrhaea nasuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cirrhaea nasuta?

Cirrhaea nasuta

What is the common name of Cirrhaea nasuta?

Nasute Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Cirrhaea nasuta?

Forests and grasslands

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