Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
minima
ID:
363279

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.T.Oliveira & J.B.F.Silva

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Bol. Mus. Paraense "Emilio Goeldi" 17: 270 (2001 publ. 2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000362611



Common Names

  • Coryanthes minima
  • Mini Coryanthes
  • Mini Catasetum


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Description

Coryanthes minima (also called Dwarf 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 minima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coryanthes minima is yellow-greenish 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Corybas minima 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 minima

Coryanthes minima is found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Coryanthes minima FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Coryanthes minima?

Coryanthes minima is native to the tropical rainforests of Brazil.

What is the flower color of Coryanthes minima?

The flowers of Coryanthes minima are yellow or orange.

What is the size of Coryanthes minima?

Coryanthes minima 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-234486: Based on the initial data import
João Batista Fernándes da Silva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.F.Silva' in the authors string.
Alvadir T. Oliveira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Oliveira' in the authors string.