Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cinnabarina
ID:
1302790

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) Hermans & P.J.Cribb

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 69(2)-9517: 9 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315244

Common Names

  • Cinnabarina Cynorkis
  • Madagascar Cynorkis
  • Cinnabar Cynorkis

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Description

Cynorkis cinnabarina (also called Cinnabar Cynorkis, among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and small, round, green fruits. It is native to Madagascar and is found in dry forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Cynorkis cinnabarina is used as an ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cynorkis cinnabarina is white in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cynorkis cinnabarina is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the cuttings moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Cynorkis cinnabarina

Cynorkis cinnabarina is native to Madagascar.

Cynorkis cinnabarina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cynorkis cinnabarina?

Cynorkis cinnabarina

What is the natural habitat of Cynorkis cinnabarina?

Cynorkis cinnabarina is native to Madagascar

What is the flowering season of Cynorkis cinnabarina?

Cynorkis cinnabarina flowers in the summer months

Species in the Cynorkis genus

Cynorkis comorensis, Cynorkis subtilis, Cynorkis cadetii, Cynorkis lindleyana, Cynorkis mirabile, Cynorkis alborubra, Cynorkis ambondrombensis, Cynorkis ampullacea, Cynorkis ampullifera, Cynorkis anacamptoides, Cynorkis andohahelensis, Cynorkis andringitrana, Cynorkis angustipetala, Cynorkis anisoloba, Cynorkis aphylla, Cynorkis arnottioides, Cynorkis aurantiaca, Cynorkis bardotiana, Cynorkis baronii, Cynorkis bathiei, Cynorkis betsileensis, Cynorkis bimaculata, Cynorkis boinana, Cynorkis boryana, Cynorkis brachycentra, Cynorkis brachyceras, Cynorkis brachystachya, Cynorkis brevicalcar, Cynorkis brevicornu, Cynorkis breviplectra, Cynorkis buchananii, Cynorkis buchwaldiana, Cynorkis calanthoides, Cynorkis calcaripotens, Cynorkis cardiophylla, Cynorkis catatii, Cynorkis clarae, Cynorkis clavata, Cynorkis coccinelloides, Cynorkis commersoniana, Cynorkis commersonii, Cynorkis compacta, Cynorkis confusa, Cynorkis constellata, Cynorkis cordemoyi, Cynorkis crispa, Cynorkis cuneilabia, Cynorkis cylindrostachys, Cynorkis debilis, Cynorkis decaryana,

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

Johan Hermans (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hermans' in the authors string.
Phillip James Cribb (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.J.Cribb' in the authors string.
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.