Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sobralioides
ID:
264174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barb.Rodr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Gen. Spec. Orchid. 1: 170 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000263506



Common Names

  • Palmorchis sobralioides
  • Sobralioides Palmorchis
  • Palmorchis Sob


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Synonyms

  • Neobartlettia sobralioides Schltr. [unknown]
  • Sobralia rodriguesii Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Palmorchis sobralioides (also called Sobralioides Palm Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to Central and South America. It is characterized by its large, waxy leaves and long, thin stems. It typically grows in wet, tropical forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Palmorchis sobralioides is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Palmorchis sobralioides is yellowish-white with purple-brown stripes. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, slender leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Palmorchis sobralioides can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in the spring or early summer. The plant can be divided into multiple sections and each section can be planted in its own pot. The soil should be kept moist and the plant should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Palmorchis sobralioides

Palmorchis sobralioides can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Palmorchis sobralioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Palmorchis sobralioides?

Palmorchis sobralioides

What type of plant is Palmorchis sobralioides?

Palm

Where is Palmorchis sobralioides found?

Brazil

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,

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