Sergia regelii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
regelii
ID:
819485
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Trautv.) Fed.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Fl. URSS 29: 421 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818819
Common Names
- Sergia regelii
- Regelii Sergia
- Sergia Regelii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sergia regelii (also called 'Regel's Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 800-2500 m. It is an epiphyte, characterized by its long, thin, pale green leaves and its yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sergia regelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating wounds and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sergia regelii is a white, fragrant, tubular flower with four petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with rounded leaves and a single stem.
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Sergia regelii can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Sergia regelii
Sergia regelii can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Sergia regelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sergia regelii?
Sergia regelii
What is the natural habitat of Sergia regelii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America.
What is the flower color of Sergia regelii?
The flowers of Sergia regelii are usually white or pale pink.
Species in the Sergia genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-356605: Based on the initial data import
Ernst Rudolf von Trautvetter (1809-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Trautv.' in the authors string.
Andrey A. Fedorov (1908-1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fed.' in the authors string.