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
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.
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 Cochleanthes genus
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,