Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
labendziana
ID:
808776

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.C.Menezes & Braem

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Richardiana 7: 24 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808110

Common Names

  • Cattleya labendziana
  • Labendz's Cattleya
  • Labendz's Cattleya Orchid

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Description

Cattleya labendziana (also called Labendz's Cattleya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It has long, narrow leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in humid, open areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya labendziana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used in perfumery and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cattleya labendziana is yellow in color and has a tubular corolla. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya labendziana can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and kept dry during the winter months.

Where to Find Cattleya labendziana

Cattleya labendziana is native to Brazil and can be found in the states of Amazonas, Pará, and Rondônia.

Cattleya labendziana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cattleya labendziana?

Cattleya labendziana

What is the common name of Cattleya labendziana?

Labendz's Cattleya

What type of plant is Cattleya labendziana?

An orchid

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-346345: Based on the initial data import
Lou Christian Menezes (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.C.Menezes' in the authors string.
Guido Jozef Braem (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Braem' in the authors string.