Epidendroideae
Cycnoches
Cycnoches
Swan Orchid
Cycnoches loddigesii (1832)
Botanical Description
Named for the elegant, curved column of the male flowers that resembles a swan’s neck. This genus is known for being “dimorphic,” meaning it can produce flowers of different genders depending on light levels.
Hardiness & Conservation
Hardy Species
Status: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II
Scientific Classification
| Subfamily | Epidendroideae |
| Tribe | Cymbidieae |
| Subtribe | Catasetinae |
| Genus | Cycnoches |
Growth & Care
| 📍 Origin | S. America (Brazil, Guyana) |
| 📅 Season | Autumn |
| 👃 Fragrance | Yes; Strong Vanilla |
| 🔗 Similar | C. ventricosum, C. warscewiczii |