Cattleya rupestris
Also known as: Bletia rupestris (Lindl.) Rchb.f. +4 more
- Bletia rupestris (Lindl.) Rchb.f.
- Hoffmannseggella rupestris (Lindl.) V.P.Castro & Chiron
- Laelia rupestris Lindl.
- Sophronitis mirandae Van den Berg & M.W.Chase
- Sophronitis mirandai VanDenBerg & M.W.Chase
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a lithophyte.
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Originating in South America, Cattleya rupestris is a lithophytic orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in seasonally dry tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Brazil Southeast