Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
villegasiana
ID:
806270

Status:
valid

Authors:
Peláez

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 24: 100 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805604



Common Names

  • Coryanthes villegasiana
  • Villegasiana
  • Coryanthes


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Description

Coryanthes villegasiana (also called 'Villegas' Coryanthes', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Coryanthes villegasiana is a species of orchid native to Colombia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Coryanthes villegasiana is white, with a yellowish-green lip. The seed is a small, black, shiny, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Coryanthes villegasiana is an evergreen perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained, moist soil, but can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division, but can also be done by cuttings or seed.

Where to Find Coryanthes villegasiana

Coryanthes villegasiana is native to the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Coryanthes villegasiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Coryanthes villegasiana?

Coryanthes villegasiana

What is the growth rate of Coryanthes villegasiana?

Coryanthes villegasiana grows at a moderate rate.

What is the best soil type for Coryanthes villegasiana?

Coryanthes villegasiana prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

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,

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