Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
nevesii
ID:
1306113

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Campacci) J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 124(1314, Suppl.): 35 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318567

Common Names

  • Cattleya
  • Corsage Orchid
  • Laelia

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Description

Cattleya nevesii (also called Neves' Cattleya, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It has thick, leathery leaves and produces large, fragrant flowers in shades of pink or purple.

Uses & Benefits

Cattleya nevesii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cattleya nevesii is large and white, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cattleya nevesii is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil. It prefers a well-draining potting mix and should be kept moist but not wet. It prefers bright indirect light and temperatures between 65-85°F. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs.

Where to Find Cattleya nevesii

Cattleya nevesii is found in the Atlantic rainforest of Brazil.

Cattleya nevesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cattleya nevesii?

Cattleya nevesii

What type of plant is Cattleya nevesii?

Cattleya nevesii is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae.

Where is Cattleya nevesii found?

Cattleya nevesii is found in Brazil.

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

Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.