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Caularthron bicornutum

Scientific Name: Caularthron bicornutum

Family: Orchidaceae

Category: Monocot

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Caularthron bicornutum

Caularthron bicornutum is a captivating orchid species, admired for its fragrant blooms and elegant appearance.

Common Names

  • Virgin Orchid
  • Virgin Mary Orchid

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Caularthron bicornutum (Hook.) Raf.
  • Family: Orchidaceae
  • Subtribe: Laelieae, tribe Epidendreae
  • Synonyms:
    • Diacrium amazonicum Schltr.
    • Diacrium bicornutum Benth.
    • Epidendrum bicornutum W. J. Hooker.
    • Epidendrum bicornutum Hook.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Native to South America, including regions like Trinidad, Venezuela, and Brazil.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Plant size: Medium, reaching approximately 30cm in height.
  • Flower size: Medium, averaging 6cm in diameter, with up to 8 flowers per spike.
  • Flower color: Petals, sepals, and lip are typically white, with red blotches on the lip.
  • The species blooms from late winter to spring.

Interactions with Other Organisms

  • The text mentions Caularthron bicornutum being a popular orchid and a favorite among orchid enthusiasts.

Further Resources

  • RHS (Royal Horticultural Society) - for help and information.
  • TROPICOS - Nomenclatural and Specimen Database of the Missouri Botanical Garden.
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
  • Wikimedia Commons