Cranichis calva
Also known as: Cranichis calva var. vargasii C.Schweinf. +1 more
- Cranichis calva var. vargasii C.Schweinf.
- Ponthieva calva Kraenzl.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Cranichis calva is a tuberous orchid within the Orchidaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Colombia, Peru