Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cinnabarina
ID:
838002

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bateman ex Lindl.) Van den Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 3: 6 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837337

Common Names

  • Cinnabarina Cattleya
  • Cattleya Cinnabarina
  • Cinnabarina

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Description

Cattleya cinnabarina (also called Cinnabar Cattleya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with large, showy flowers that are usually pink in color. It is native to Brazil and is commonly found growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya cinnabarina is a popular orchid species, often used in floral arrangements and bouquets. It is also used in landscaping, as a ground cover, and in terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cattleya cinnabarina is a large, showy bloom that is typically yellow or orange in color. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya cinnabarina is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Brazil. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by seed. It requires a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining media such as bark or sphagnum moss. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cattleya cinnabarina

Cattleya cinnabarina can be found in the Brazilian states of Minas Gerais and Rio de Janeiro.

Cattleya cinnabarina FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cattleya cinnabarina?

Cattleya cinnabarina is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the flower size of Cattleya cinnabarina?

Cattleya cinnabarina has flowers that are about 5 cm in size.

What is the flowering season of Cattleya cinnabarina?

Cattleya cinnabarina typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Cattleya genus

Cattleya varelae, Cattleya zayrae, Cattleya calimaniorum, Cattleya calimaniana, Cattleya gaezeriana, Cattleya labendziana, Cattleya schunkiana, Cattleya aclandiae, Cattleya amethystoglossa, Cattleya amoena, Cattleya araguaiensis, Cattleya bicolor, Cattleya boissieri, Cattleya brasiliensis, Cattleya brymeriana, Cattleya cernua, Cattleya coccinea, Cattleya colnagiana, Cattleya crispa, Cattleya dayana, Cattleya dolosa, Cattleya dormaniana, Cattleya dowiana, Cattleya dukeana, Cattleya duveenii, Cattleya elegans, Cattleya elongata, Cattleya forbesii, Cattleya frankeana, Cattleya gaskelliana, Cattleya gransabanensis, Cattleya granulosa, Cattleya guttata, Cattleya hardyana, Cattleya harrisoniana, Cattleya hybrida, Cattleya imperator, Cattleya intermedia, Cattleya intricata, Cattleya iricolor, Cattleya isabella, Cattleya jenmanii, Cattleya joaquiniana, Cattleya kautskyi, Cattleya kerchoveana, Cattleya kerrii, Cattleya labiata, Cattleya lawrenceana, Cattleya lobata, Cattleya loddigesii,

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-374657: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
James Bateman (1811-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bateman' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.