Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sima
ID:
284280

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dressler) W.E.Higgins

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 82: 381 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283612



Common Names

  • Prosthechea Sima
  • Sima Orchid
  • Sima Slipper Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Anacheilium simum (Dressler) Withner & P.A.Harding [unknown]
  • Encyclia sima Dressler [unknown]
  • Epidendrum simum (Dressler) P.Taylor [unknown]

Description

Prosthechea sima (also called Sima Butterfly Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It has a single, thin, upright stem with a single, large, bright yellow flower. The flower has three petals and three sepals, and a long, thin, white lip. It is found in humid forests and on the edges of rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Prosthechea sima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Prosthechea sima are white and yellow and have a sweet scent. The seeds are small and round, with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Prosthechea sima is a species of orchid native to Central America. It is a slow-growing species that can reach heights of up to 1 m (3.3 ft). It is best grown in partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by division, which should be done in late spring or early summer. Divisions should be planted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Prosthechea sima

Prosthechea sima is native to Central America, from Mexico to Panama.

Prosthechea sima FAQ

What is the common name of Prosthechea sima?

Sima Encyclia

What is the natural habitat of Prosthechea sima?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

What is the flower color of Prosthechea sima?

White or yellow

Species in the Prosthechea genus

Prosthechea abbreviata, Prosthechea aemula, Prosthechea alagoensis, Prosthechea allemanii, Prosthechea allemanoides, Prosthechea aloisii, Prosthechea baculus, Prosthechea bennettii, Prosthechea bicamerata, Prosthechea boothiana, Prosthechea brachiata, Prosthechea brachychila, Prosthechea brassavolae, Prosthechea bulbosa, Prosthechea caetensis, Prosthechea calamaria, Prosthechea campos-portoi, Prosthechea campylostalix, Prosthechea carrii, Prosthechea chacaoensis, Prosthechea chimborazoensis, Prosthechea chondylobulbon, Prosthechea christyana, Prosthechea citrina, Prosthechea cochleata, Prosthechea concolor, Prosthechea cretacea, Prosthechea faresiana, Prosthechea fausta, Prosthechea favoris, Prosthechea fortunae, Prosthechea fragrans, Prosthechea garciana, Prosthechea ghiesbreghtiana, Prosthechea gilbertoi, Prosthechea glauca, Prosthechea glumacea, Prosthechea grammatoglossa, Prosthechea greenwoodiana, Prosthechea hajekii, Prosthechea hartwegii, Prosthechea hastata, Prosthechea ionocentra, Prosthechea ionophlebia, Prosthechea jauana, Prosthechea kautskyi, Prosthechea lambda, Prosthechea lindenii, Prosthechea livida, Prosthechea magnispatha,

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-165886: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Wesley Ervin Higgins (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.E.Higgins' in the authors string.