Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
alvaroana
ID:
837982

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.E.L.Miranda) Van den Berg

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Neodiversity 3: 4 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837317

Common Names

  • Cattleya Alvaroana
  • Alvaroana Cattleya
  • Alvaroana Orchid

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Description

Cattleya alvaroana (also called Alvaro's Cattleya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid with large, showy flowers that are usually pink in color. It is native to Brazil and is commonly found growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya alvaroana is a popular orchid species, often used in floral arrangements and bouquets. It is also used in landscaping, as a ground cover, and in terrariums.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cattleya alvaroana is yellow with a white lip and a sweet fragrance. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya alvaroana is a small-flowered species from Brazil. It prefers bright light and warm temperatures. Propagation is usually done through division of the mature plant. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with at least two pseudobulbs and a few roots. The divisions should then be planted in a well-draining medium and kept moist until new growth appears.

Where to Find Cattleya alvaroana

Cattleya alvaroana is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and Espírito Santo. It grows in wet, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Cattleya alvaroana FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Cattleya alvaroana?

Cattleya alvaroana is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

What is the flower color of Cattleya alvaroana?

The flowers of Cattleya alvaroana are usually white or yellow.

What is the size of Cattleya alvaroana?

Cattleya alvaroana is a medium-sized orchid, reaching up to 40 cm in height.

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-374638: Based on the initial data import
Francisco E.L.de Miranda (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.E.L.Miranda' in the authors string.
Cássio van den Berg (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den Berg' in the authors string.