Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
measuresii
ID:
823300

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. , n.s., 26: 526 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000822634

Common Names

  • Cattleya measuresii
  • Measuresii Cattleya
  • Cattleya Measuresii

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Description

Cattleya measuresii (also called 'Measures' Orchid', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Central and South America. It has long, strap-like leaves and produces large, showy flowers in shades of pink, purple, and white. It prefers bright, indirect light and high humidity and is often found in tropical rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya measuresii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering period and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cattleya measuresii is a large, white bloom with purple stripes. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped nut. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya measuresii is a hardy, evergreen orchid that grows best in partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Division should be done in spring and seeds should be sown in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Cattleya measuresii

Cattleya maxima is native to the tropical Americas and can be found in humid forests.

Cattleya measuresii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cattleya measuresii?

Cattleya measuresii

What is the common name of Cattleya measuresii?

Cattleya Measuresii

What is the natural habitat of Cattleya measuresii?

Brazilian Atlantic Forest

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,

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