Status:
valid
Authors:
Archila
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Selbyana 27: 147 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808346
Common Names
- Circinate Meadow Saffron
- Circinate Saffron
- Circinate Meadow Saffron
Description
Coryanthes angelantha (also called Angel's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Oncidiinae subfamily. It is a small epiphytic orchid, growing up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Brazil, and is found in humid tropical forests. It is also found in disturbed habitats such as roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Coryanthes angelantha is used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Coryanthes angelantha has large, yellow flowers with five petals and five stamens. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Coryanthes angelantha is a tropical epiphytic orchid that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division or seed.
Where to Find Coryanthes angelantha
Coryanthes angelantha is native to Colombia.
Coryanthes angelantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Coryanthes angelantha?
Coryanthes angelantha
What is the common name of Coryanthes angelantha?
Angel's Coryanthes
What is the natural habitat of Coryanthes angelantha?
Tropical forests
Species in the Coryanthes genus
Coryanthes dasilvae,
Coryanthes kaiseriana,
Coryanthes maduroana,
Coryanthes minima,
Coryanthes gerlachiana,
Coryanthes lagunae,
Coryanthes villegasiana,
Coryanthes angelantha,
Coryanthes gustavo-romeroi,
Coryanthes javieri,
Coryanthes melissae,
Coryanthes oscarii,
Coryanthes pacaraimensis,
Coryanthes recurvata,
Coryanthes selbyana,
Coryanthes wenzeliana,
Coryanthes mystax,
Coryanthes lachuensis,
Coryanthes jorgemarioi,
Coryanthes velizii,
Coryanthes oscarrodrigoi,
Coryanthes albertinae,
Coryanthes alborosea,
Coryanthes bergoldii,
Coryanthes bicalcarata,
Coryanthes boyi,
Coryanthes bruchmuelleri,
Coryanthes cataniapoensis,
Coryanthes cavalcantei,
Coryanthes elegantium,
Coryanthes elianae,
Coryanthes feildingii,
Coryanthes flava,
Coryanthes gernotii,
Coryanthes gomezii,
Coryanthes horichiana,
Coryanthes hunteriana,
Coryanthes leferenziorum,
Coryanthes leucocorys,
Coryanthes macrantha,
Coryanthes macrocorys,
Coryanthes maculata,
Coryanthes mastersiana,
Coryanthes misasii,
Coryanthes miuaensis,
Coryanthes panamensis,
Coryanthes pegiae,
Coryanthes picturata,
Coryanthes seegeri,
Coryanthes senghasiana,
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,