Cyrtopodium withneri

Cyrtopodium withneri belongs to the genus Cyrtopodium, which is part of the Orchidaceae, or orchid, family. This species was first formally described in 1996 by L.C. Menezes. Its natural distribution is limited to Brazil, where it occurs in the Southeast and West-Central regions. As a member of the Orchidaceae, it shares characteristics typical of orchids, such as specialized floral structures and often epiphytic or terrestrial growth habits. The species is recognized within the broader context of orchid biodiversity in South America.