Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
caroli
ID:
444013

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 23: 26 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000443345



Common Names

  • Huntleya caroli
  • Carol's Huntleya
  • Carol's Huntleya Orchid


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Description

Huntleya caroli (also called 'Carol's Huntleya', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has long, thin, green leaves and produces yellow-green flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests, usually on trees or other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Huntleya caroli is used for its ornamental value in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Huntleya caroli has small, white flowers that produce small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green, with a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Huntleya caroli is a terrestrial orchid native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing species that prefers a warm, humid climate. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination occurs. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or summer.

Where to Find Huntleya caroli

Huntleya caroli is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Huntleya caroli FAQ

What is the scientific name of Huntleya caroli?

Huntleya caroli

What type of plant is Huntleya caroli?

Huntleya caroli is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Huntleya caroli native to?

Huntleya caroli is native to Central and South America

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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