Coryanthes kaiseriana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kaiseriana
ID:
363277
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.Gerlach
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 8: 23 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362609
Common Names
- Coryanthes kaiseriana
- Kaiser's Coryanthes
- Kaiser's Catasetum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Coryanthes kaiseriana (also called Kaiser's Coryanthes, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial herb with a tufted habit and small, white flowers. It is native to Australia, where it grows in sandy soils in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Coryanthes kaiseriana is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in perfumes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Coryanthes kaiseriana is white with a long, curved spur. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Coryanthes kaiseriana is an epiphytic orchid native to South America. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or seed. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination.
Where to Find Coryanthes kaiseriana
Coryanthes kaiseriana is found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Coryanthes kaiseriana FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Coryanthes kaiseriana?
Coryanthes kaiseriana is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.
What is the flower color of Coryanthes kaiseriana?
The flowers of Coryanthes kaiseriana are yellow or orange.
What is the size of Coryanthes kaiseriana?
Coryanthes kaiseriana is a small orchid, growing to a height of 10-15 cm.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-234484: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.