Scaphyglottis cernua Dressler, J. Orchideenfreund. 11(4): 310. 2004.
TYPE: Costa Rica: Cartago: Atlantic rainforest, jungles below Cachí, 1000 m, pressed from cult. 12 Oct 1960, flowers cream, C.K. Horich 59-99-52 (holotype, US).