Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schmidtii
ID:
1335774

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Gerlach

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 24(1): 32 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001348228



Common Names

  • Coryanthes schmidtii
  • Schmidtii Coryanthes
  • Schmidtii Coryanthes


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Description

Coryanthes schmidtii (also called Schmidtii, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with a maximum height of about 1 meter. It is native to the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Bahia, and is found in the Atlantic Forest biome. It typically grows in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coryanthes schmidtii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coryanthes schmidtii has yellow flowers with a white center and a red-purple center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryanthes schmidtii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Coryanthes schmidtii

Coryanthes schmidtii is native to Brazil and can be found in the tropical rainforest.

Coryanthes schmidtii FAQ

What are the common names of Coryanthes schmidtii?

Coryanthes schmidtii is commonly known as the Schmidtii Coryanthes.

What is the native range of Coryanthes schmidtii?

Coryanthes schmidtii is native to South America.

What is the growth habit of Coryanthes schmidtii?

Coryanthes schmidtii is an epiphytic orchid with a climbing growth habit.

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

Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.