Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pilosa
ID:
1306005

Status:
valid

Authors:
Marçal & Chiron

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Richardiana, N.S. 0.179166667. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318459



Common Names

  • Coryanthes pilosa
  • Pilosa Coryanthes
  • Coryanthes Pilosa


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Description

Coryanthes pilosa (also called Coryanthes pilosa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests, and is typically found growing on trees. It has a single, long, narrow leaf and a single, long-lasting, fragrant flower.

Uses & Benefits

Coryanthes pilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coryanthes pilosa is a yellow-greenish color, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryanthes pilosa is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Coryanthes pilosa

Coryanthes pilosa can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Coryanthes pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coryanthes pilosa?

Coryanthes pilosa

What is the common name of Coryanthes pilosa?

Unknown

Where is Coryanthes pilosa found?

Brazil

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

Guy R. Chiron (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chiron' in the authors string.
Sidney Marçal de Oliveira (b.1901): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marçal' in the authors string.