Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
231980

Status:
valid

Authors:
Summerh. in Curtis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 154: t. 9231 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000231311



Common Names

  • Suaveolens Lycaste
  • Fragrant Lycaste
  • Fragrant Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Lycaste aromatica majus auct. [deprecated]
  • Selbyana suaveolens (Summerh.) Archila [unknown]

Description

Lycaste suaveolens (also called Sweet-scented Lycaste, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is a medium-sized plant with long, narrow leaves and a single, large, white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in humid forests and is often found in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Lycaste suaveolens is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and homes, as well as for cut flowers. It also has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lycaste suaveolens is white with a yellow-green lip and has a pleasant fragrance. The seed is round and brown. The seedlings have two, long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycaste suaveolens is a species of orchid native to Central America. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or seed. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.

Where to Find Lycaste suaveolens

Lycaste suaveolens is native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Lycaste suaveolens FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Lycaste suaveolens?

Lycaste suaveolens prefers temperatures between 60-70°F (15-21°C)

What kind of soil is best for Lycaste suaveolens?

Lycaste suaveolens prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 5.5 and 6.5.

How much light does Lycaste suaveolens need?

Lycaste suaveolens prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Lycaste genus

Lycaste aromatica, Lycaste bradeorum, Lycaste brevispatha, Lycaste campbellii, Lycaste cochleata, Lycaste consobrina, Lycaste crinita, Lycaste cruenta, Lycaste deppei, Lycaste dowiana, Lycaste groganii, Lycaste imschootiana, Lycaste lasioglossa, Lycaste leucantha, Lycaste lucianiana, Lycaste luminosa, Lycaste macrobulbon, Lycaste macrophylla, Lycaste michelii, Lycaste powellii, Lycaste schilleriana, Lycaste smeeana, Lycaste suaveolens, Lycaste tricolor, Lycaste virginalis, Lycaste xytriophora, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste niesseniae, Lycaste occulta, Lycaste puntarenasensis, Lycaste viridescens, Lycaste xanthocheila, Lycaste guatemalensis, Lycaste cobani, Lycaste daniloi, Lycaste donadrianii, Lycaste fuscina, Lycaste panchita, Lycaste sandrae, Lycaste angelae, Lycaste bruncana, Lycaste panamanensis, Lycaste zacapensis, Lycaste measuresiana, Lycaste sebastianii, Lycaste bermudezii, Lycaste chaconii, Lycaste annakamilae, Lycaste archilae, Lycaste victoriarum,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-115826: Based on the initial data import
William Curtis (1746-1799): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Curtis' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.