Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
crispata
ID:
837988

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Van den Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 3: 6 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837323

Common Names

  • Cattleya Crispata
  • Crispata Cattleya
  • Crispata Orchid

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Description

Cattleya crispata (also called Crispate 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 crispata 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 crispata is a large, showy, fragrant bloom that is typically white or pink 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 crispata is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune to maintain shape and size.

Where to Find Cattleya crispata

Cattleya crispata is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and Espírito Santo. It grows in wet, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Cattleya crispata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cattleya crispata?

Cattleya crispata is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the flower size of Cattleya crispata?

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

What is the flowering season of Cattleya crispata?

Cattleya crispata 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-374644: Based on the initial data import
Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.