Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
recurvata
ID:
809018

Status:
valid

Authors:
Archila

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 27: 147 (2006 publ. 2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808352



Common Names

  • Crisp Meadow Saffron
  • Crisp Saffron
  • Crisp Meadow Saffron


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Description

Coryanthes recurvata (also called Recurved 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 recurvata 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 recurvata has large, white, fragrant flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a black, round, hard capsule. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryanthes recurvata is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is a warm-growing epiphyte that prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity. It should be grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. Propagation is done through division or by seed.

Where to Find Coryanthes recurvata

Coryanthes recurvata is native to Colombia.

Coryanthes recurvata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coryanthes recurvata?

Coryanthes recurvata

What is the common name of Coryanthes recurvata?

Recurved Coryanthes

What is the natural habitat of Coryanthes recurvata?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-346579: Based on the initial data import
Fredy Archila (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Archila' in the authors string.