Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
brevirostris
ID:
1327408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Renz ex Kolan. & Szlach.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 32: 292 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339862

Common Names

  • Cranichis brevirostris
  • Short-beaked Cranichis
  • Short-beaked Orchid

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Description

Cranichis brevirostris (also called short-beaked cranichis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Central and South America. It is a terrestrial orchid with a single, erect stem and up to 10 leaves. The flowers are white or yellowish-green and have a sweet scent.

Uses & Benefits

Cranichis brevirostris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cranichis brevirostris is white with a yellow center, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cranichis brevirostris is a terrestrial orchid that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It grows best in bright, indirect sunlight and prefers a well-draining soil mix. Water regularly, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed.

Where to Find Cranichis brevirostris

Cranichis brevirostris is native to Colombia and can be found in wet montane forests.

Cranichis brevirostris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cranichis brevirostris?

Cranichis brevirostris

What type of plant is Cranichis brevirostris?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Cranichis brevirostris?

Tropical forests in Peru

Species in the Cranichis genus

Cranichis turkeliae, Cranichis acuminatissima, Cranichis amplectens, Cranichis antioquiensis, Cranichis apiculata, Cranichis brachyblephara, Cranichis callifera, Cranichis calva, Cranichis candida, Cranichis castellanosii, Cranichis ciliata, Cranichis ciliilabia, Cranichis cochleata, Cranichis crumenifera, Cranichis diphylla, Cranichis elliptica, Cranichis engelii, Cranichis fendleri, Cranichis foliosa, Cranichis galatea, Cranichis garayana, Cranichis gibbosa, Cranichis glabricaulis, Cranichis glandulosa, Cranichis gracilis, Cranichis hassleri, Cranichis hieroglyphica, Cranichis lankesteri, Cranichis lehmanniana, Cranichis lehmannii, Cranichis lichenophila, Cranichis longipetiolata, Cranichis macroblepharis, Cranichis muscosa, Cranichis notata, Cranichis nudilabia, Cranichis ovata, Cranichis parvula, Cranichis picta, Cranichis polyantha, Cranichis pulvinifera, Cranichis reticulata, Cranichis revoluta, Cranichis ricartii, Cranichis saccata, Cranichis scripta, Cranichis sparrei, Cranichis subumbellata, Cranichis sylvatica, Cranichis talamancana,

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Jany Renz (1907-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renz' in the authors string.
Marta Kolanowska (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kolan.' in the authors string.