Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
vieirae
ID:
925687

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Gerlach

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 18: 13 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000925022



Common Names

  • Coryanthes vieirae
  • Vieira's Helmet Orchid
  • Vieira's Crested Helmet Orchid


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Description

Coryanthes vieirae (also called Vieira's Bucket Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an epiphytic orchid with long-lasting flowers, and grows in wet montane forests. It has a large, yellow-green flower with a long, curved spur.

Uses & Benefits

Coryanthes vieirae is a popular ornamental plant and is used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin diseases and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Coryanthes vieirae has large, white flowers with three petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryanthes vieirae is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an epiphytic orchid, meaning it grows on other plants or trees. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining potting medium, such as a mixture of sphagnum moss and bark. Water regularly, but allow the potting mix to dry out between waterings. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Coryanthes vieirae

Coryanthes vieirae is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

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-47659: Based on the initial data import
Günter Gerlach (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Gerlach' in the authors string.