Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
storeyi
ID:
824283

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.G.Jones

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 10-11: 123 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000823617

Common Names

  • Cattleya Storeyi
  • Storeyi Cattleya
  • Storeyi Cattleya Plant

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Description

Cattleya storeyi (also called 'Storey's Cattleya', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist, shady habitats. It has a upright habit and is characterized by its ovate leaves and its white, pink or purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya storeyi is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cattleya storeyi has white, pink, or purple flowers and small, round, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya storeyi is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It prefers bright, indirect light and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagate by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Cattleya storeyi

Cattleya storeyi can be found in its native habitat in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Cattleya storeyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cattleya storeyi?

Cattleya storeyi

What are the care requirements of Cattleya storeyi?

Cattleya storeyi requires bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.

What is the growth habit of Cattleya storeyi?

Cattleya storeyi is an upright, evergreen perennial with an upright, mounding growth habit.

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-36123: Based on the initial data import
Henry G. Jones (1939-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Jones' in the authors string.