Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
grandis
ID:
835839

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl. & Paxton) A.A.Chadwick

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Classic Cattleyas : 151 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835174

Common Names

  • Grandis Cattleya
  • Cattleya grandis
  • Cattleya grandis var. grandis

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Description

Cattleya grandis (also called Grand Cattleya, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Brazil. It is found in wet montane forests, at elevations of 1000-2000 meters. It has a single, thin, erect stem, with a single, large, green-brown leaf at the base. The flower has a yellow-green color, and is shaped like a star.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya grandis is an orchid species that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cattleya grandis has large, showy flowers with white petals and sepals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya grandis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect light.

Where to Find Cattleya grandis

Cattleya grandis is native to Brazil and can be found in the wild in the forests of the country.

Cattleya grandis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cattleya grandis?

Cattleya grandis

What is the common name of Cattleya grandis?

Grand Cattleya

What is the natural habitat of Cattleya grandis?

Tropical rainforests

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-372386: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Joseph Paxton (1803-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paxton' in the authors string.
Arthur A. Chadwick: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.A.Chadwick' in the authors string.