Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sulcitana
ID:
480750

Status:
valid

Authors:
Scrugli, Todde & Cogoni

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
J. Eur. Orch. 35: 672 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480082



Common Names

  • Sulcitan Orchid
  • Sulcitan Ophrys
  • Sulcitan Spider Orchid


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Description

Ophrys sulcitana (also called Sulcata Ophrys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid with small, yellow flowers and long, thin leaves. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrys sulcitana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make jams, jellies, and other food products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophrys sulcitana has small, yellow-green flowers with a sweet fragrance. The seed is round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a yellow-green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophrys sulcitana is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber that can reach up to 8 m (26 ft) in height. It can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Ophrys sulcitana

Ophrys sulcitana is found in Central America and South America.

Ophrys sulcitana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys sulcitana?

Ophrys sulcitana

What is the common name of Ophrys sulcitana?

Sulcate Ophrys

Where is Ophrys sulcitana found?

Ophrys sulcitana is found in the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Ophrys genus

Ophrys albertiana, Ophrys apicula, Ophrys apifera, Ophrys arachnitiformis, Ophrys araniferiformis, Ophrys argolica, Ophrys battandieri, Ophrys baumanniana, Ophrys bertolonii, Ophrys bombyliflora, Ophrys borgersiae, Ophrys bourlieri, Ophrys brigittae, Ophrys calypsus, Ophrys campolati, Ophrys carica, Ophrys carpinensis, Ophrys carquierannensis, Ophrys cesinensis, Ophrys chobautii, Ophrys cilicica, Ophrys circaea, Ophrys clapensis, Ophrys climacis, Ophrys cranbrookeana, Ophrys cretica, Ophrys cugniensis, Ophrys daneschiana, Ophrys devenensis, Ophrys diakoptensis, Ophrys domus-maria, Ophrys eliasii, Ophrys emmae, Ophrys epidavrensis, Ophrys ettlingeriana, Ophrys extorris, Ophrys feldwegiana, Ophrys fernandii, Ophrys ferruginea, Ophrys ferrum-equinum, Ophrys flavicans, Ophrys fuciflora, Ophrys fusca, Ophrys grafiana, Ophrys grampinii, Ophrys gumprechtii, Ophrys heraultii, Ophrys insectifera, Ophrys isaura, Ophrys jansenii,

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

Antonio Scrugli (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Scrugli' in the authors string.
S. Todde: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Todde' in the authors string.
Annalena Cogoni: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogoni' in the authors string.