Taxon

Brassavola cucullata

 
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Brassavola cucullata - Daddy Long-Legs Orchid, Hooded Brassavola
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Common name: Daddy Long-Legs Orchid, Hooded Brassavola
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Mexico to N South America, Caribbean
Habitat: Coastal rainforests; 0-5900ft (0-1800m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Fragrance: Musty, soap (at night)
Bloom characteristics: Arching to horizontal inflorescence is 8" (20 cm) long with a single pale flower. Flower is 6.25-8" (16-20 cm) across. Flowers that bloom later in the season and go through a cold snap, will have a slight reddish color.
Pollination syndrome: Moth
Plant size: 10-18" x 3-5" (25-46 x 8-13 cm)
Description: This medium sized orchid has drooping, pencil thin foliage and a drooping flower. The spidery, white to slightly red flower is unique among Brassavolas for having a frilly lip. Despite this, this orchid is the type species for the genus.
Links: American Orchid Society • Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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