Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bowringiana
ID:
431989

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.H.Veitch ex O'Brien) Dressler & W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 7: 38 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431321

Common Names

  • Guarianthe bowringiana
  • Bowring's Guarianthe
  • Bowring's Cattleya

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Synonyms

  • Cattleya autumnalis O'Brien [unknown]
  • Cattleya bowringiana J.H.Veitch ex O'Brien [unknown]
  • Cattleya skinneri bowringiana Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Guarianthe bowringiana (also called Bowring's Guarianthe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an evergreen shrub with a stem reaching up to 1 m in height. It is native to the Andes and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Guarianthe bowringiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Guarianthe bowringiana are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Guarianthe bowringiana is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of at least 21°C (70°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Guarianthe bowringiana

Guarianthe bowringiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Guarianthe bowringiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Guarianthe bowringiana?

Guarianthe bowringiana

What is the common name of Guarianthe bowringiana?

Bowring's Guarianthe

What is the natural habitat of Guarianthe bowringiana?

It is native to Costa Rica and Panama.

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-247365: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
James O'Brien (1842-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O'Brien' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.
James Herbert Veitch (1868-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Veitch' in the authors string.