Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
harrisoniana
ID:
822565

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bateman ex Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 22: t. 1919 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000821899

Common Names

  • Cattleya Harrisoniana
  • Cattleya harrisoniana
  • Harrisoniana Cattleya

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Description

Cattleya harrisoniana (also called Harrison's Cattleya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America. It grows in humid, shady areas and is characterized by its large, bright yellow flowers and thick, leathery leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya harrisoniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cattleya harrisoniana has large, showy flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have short stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya harrisoniana is a tropical orchid that requires warm temperatures and high humidity to thrive. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix and should be watered regularly. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season and should be repotted every two to three years. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Cattleya harrisoniana

Cattleya harrisoniana is native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It can be found growing in rocky areas and in open meadows at elevations of 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

Cattleya harrisoniana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cattleya harrisoniana?

Cattleya harrisoniana is native to Colombia.

What is the size of Cattleya harrisoniana?

Cattleya harrisoniana grows up to 10 cm in height.

What is the blooming season of Cattleya harrisoniana?

Cattleya harrisoniana blooms in the spring and summer.

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-35955: 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.