Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
1322189

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 40: 10 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334643



Common Names

  • Somrania Albiflora
  • Albiflora Orchid
  • Somrania Orchid


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Description

Somrania albiflora (also called White-flowered somrania, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Thailand. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single stem with small yellow flowers. It grows in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Somrania albiflora is a plant used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Somrania albiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Somrania albiflora can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings can be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). Water regularly, but avoid overwatering.

Where to Find Somrania albiflora

Somrania albiflora is native to Thailand, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.

Somrania albiflora FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Somrania albiflora?

Somrania albiflora is native to Thailand.

What type of soil is best for Somrania albiflora?

Somrania albiflora prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Somrania albiflora need?

Somrania albiflora prefers full sun to partial shade.

Species in the Somrania genus

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

References

David John Middleton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.J.Middleton' in the authors string.