Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cornu-cervi
ID:
268851

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume & Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 16: 116 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000268183

Common Names

  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi
  • Deer-Horn Phalaenopsis
  • Deer-Horn Moth Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Phalaenopsis borneensis Garay [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi flava (Braem) Christenson [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi flava Braem ex Holle-De Raeve [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi sanguinea Christenson [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi thalebanii (Seidenf.) Christenson [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis devriesiana Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis lamelligera H.R.Sweet [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis thalebanii Seidenf. [unknown]
  • Polychilos cornu-cervi Breda [unknown]
  • Polychilos lamelligera (H.R.Sweet) Shim [unknown]
  • Polystylus cornu-cervi Hasselt ex Hassk. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi borneensis (Garay) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi chattaladae D.L.Grove [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi picta (Hassk.) O.Gruss & M.Wolff [unknown]
  • Polystylus cornu-cervi picta Hassk. [unknown]
  • Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi picta (Hassk.) H.R.Sweet [unknown]

Description

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi (also called Deer Horn Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It has a long stem with several leaves and multiple flowers. It grows in humid forests, grasslands, and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi is a species of orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine as a treatment for fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi is white with pink markings and has a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and green with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi is an evergreen epiphytic orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a well-drained potting mix of equal parts of peat, bark, and perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept moist during the growing season. Propagation is done by division of the clump.

Where to Find Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi?

Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi

What is the natural habitat of Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi?

It is native to Southeast Asia.

What is the flower color of Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi?

The flowers are usually white or yellow in color.

Species in the Phalaenopsis genus

Phalaenopsis amabilis, Phalaenopsis amboinensis, Phalaenopsis amphitrite, Phalaenopsis aphrodite, Phalaenopsis appendiculata, Phalaenopsis bastianii, Phalaenopsis bellina, Phalaenopsis buyssoniana, Phalaenopsis celebensis, Phalaenopsis chibae, Phalaenopsis cochlearis, Phalaenopsis corningiana, Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi, Phalaenopsis deliciosa, Phalaenopsis doweryensis, Phalaenopsis equestris, Phalaenopsis fasciata, Phalaenopsis fimbriata, Phalaenopsis floresensis, Phalaenopsis fuscata, Phalaenopsis gersenii, Phalaenopsis gibbosa, Phalaenopsis gigantea, Phalaenopsis hieroglyphica, Phalaenopsis honghenensis, Phalaenopsis inscriptiosinensis, Phalaenopsis intermedia, Phalaenopsis javanica, Phalaenopsis kunstleri, Phalaenopsis leucorrhoda, Phalaenopsis lindenii, Phalaenopsis lobbii, Phalaenopsis lowii, Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana, Phalaenopsis luteola, Phalaenopsis maculata, Phalaenopsis mannii, Phalaenopsis mariae, Phalaenopsis micholitzii, Phalaenopsis modesta, Phalaenopsis mysorensis, Phalaenopsis pallens, Phalaenopsis pantherina, Phalaenopsis parishii, Phalaenopsis philippinensis, Phalaenopsis pulcherrima, Phalaenopsis pulchra, Phalaenopsis reichenbachiana, Phalaenopsis robinsonii, Phalaenopsis rolfeana,

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-151175: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.