Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
lineata
ID:
1322190

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.J.Middleton & Triboun

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 40: 11 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334644



Common Names

  • Somrania Lineata
  • Lineata Orchid
  • Somrania Orchid


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Description

Somrania lineata (also called Lineate 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 white flowers. It grows in humid forests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Somrania lineata 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 lineata 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 lineata is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, Somrania lineata prefers warm temperatures and moist, well-draining soil.

Where to Find Somrania lineata

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

Somrania lineata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Somrania lineata?

Somrania lineata is native to Thailand.

What type of soil is best for Somrania lineata?

Somrania lineata prefers well-drained, sandy soil.

How much sunlight does Somrania lineata need?

Somrania lineata 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.
Pramote Triboun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Triboun' in the authors string.