Brassavola cucullata
Daddy Longlegs Orchid, Rat's Tail Orchid
Also known as: Bletia cucullata (L.) Rchb.f. +6 more
- Bletia cucullata (L.) Rchb.f.
- Bletia cucullata var. cuspidata (Hook.) Rchb.f.
- Brassavola cucullata var. cuspidata (Hook.) Lindl.
- Brassavola cucullata var. elegans Schltr.
- Brassavola cuspidata Hook.
- Brassavola odoratissima Regel
- Cymbidium cucullatum (L.) Sw.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte or lithophyte.
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Originating in South America, Brassavola cucullata (commonly known as Daddy Longlegs Orchid or Rat's Tail Orchid) is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Dominican Republic, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, Trinidad-Tobago, Venezuela, Venezuelan Antilles, Windward Is.