Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aromatica
ID:
902470

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f.) R.E.Schult. & Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1959

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 18: 323 (1959)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000901805



Common Names

  • Cochleanthes aromatica
  • Aromatica Cochleanthes
  • Fragrant Cochleanthes


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Description

Cochleanthes aromatica (also called Aromatic Cochleanthes, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to Mexico and Central America. It has long, thin fronds and grows in moist, humid areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cochleanthes aromatica is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cochleanthes aromatica has a small, yellow flower head, with a single seed per spikelet. The seedlings are thin and narrow with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cochleanthes aromatica is a perennial evergreen that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as 25°F. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.

Where to Find Cochleanthes aromatica

Cochleanthes aromatica can be found in Mexico and Central America.

Cochleanthes aromatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cochleanthes aromatica?

Cochleanthes aromatica

What is the common name of Cochleanthes aromatica?

Fragrant Ear Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Cochleanthes aromatica?

Cochleanthes aromatica is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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-44479: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.