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narrow helmet orchid

Scientific Name: Cranichis tenuis

Family: Orchidaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Narrow Helmet Orchid (Cranichis tenuis)

The Narrow Helmet Orchid, scientifically known as Cranichis tenuis, is a fascinating member of the orchid family (Orchidaceae). This page provides information about its taxonomy, distribution, and other interesting facts.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some orchids, including those with "helmet" in their name, may have spurred or hooded structures formed by petals and sepals.

Considerations for Children

  • The text mentions traditional uses associated with the "Red Helmet Orchid" concerning bonding. While this does not directly relate to toxicity, it is worth noting for context.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Cranichis tenuis Rchb. f.
  • Common Name: Narrow Helmet Orchid
  • Kingdom: Plantae
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: The text excludes "Cranichis tenuis Rchb. f." from image searches.
  • Family: Orchidaceae (orchid family)
  • Symbol: CRTE6

Distribution and Habitat

  • Observed in Maricao State Forest, Puerto Rico.
  • The Red Helmet Orchid is predicted to occur in Blackbutt - Narrow-leaved White Mahogany shrubby tall open forest.

Morphological Characteristics

  • A feature of this plant is its very narrow stem which, at the top, branches into a mass of foliage.

Quirky Facts

  • The Red Helmet Orchid is traditionally associated with helping a man bond with his child or children.

Related Genera and Species

  • The term "Helmet Orchid" is a common name applied to multiple genera, including: Coryanthes, Corybas, Cranichis, Nematoceras, and Pterostylis.
  • Other orchids mentioned include:
    • Corybas abditus (Small Helmet Orchid)
    • Corybas limpidus (Crystal Helmet Orchid)
    • Corybas montanus (Small Helmet-orchid)
    • Corybas diemenicus (Veined Helmet-orchid)

Further Information

  • Discover Life offers a page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Cranichis tenuis.
  • South Australia's Native Orchids DVD (2011) is a resource for common names.