Saccolabiopsis alata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alata
ID:
300246
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1935
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 18: 75 (1935)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299578
Common Names
- Saccolabiopsis alata
- Winged Saccolabiopsis
- Alate Saccolabiopsis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saccolabiopsis alata (also called Winged Saccolabiopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in rainforests, montane forests, and cloud forests, and is characterized by its small, white flowers and its long, oval leaves with wings.
Uses & Benefits
Saccolabiopsis alata is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saccolabiopsis alata has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
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Saccolabiopsis alata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.
Where to Find Saccolabiopsis alata
Saccolabiopsis alata can be found in the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Saccolabiopsis alata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saccolabiopsis alata?
Saccolabiopsis alata
What is the common name of Saccolabiopsis alata?
Alate Saccolabiopsis
What is the natural habitat of Saccolabiopsis alata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Saccolabiopsis genus
Saccolabiopsis alata, Saccolabiopsis armitii, Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii, Saccolabiopsis gillespiei, Saccolabiopsis microphyton, Saccolabiopsis pallida, Saccolabiopsis papuana, Saccolabiopsis pumila, Saccolabiopsis pusilla, Saccolabiopsis rara, Saccolabiopsis rectifolia, Saccolabiopsis selebica, Saccolabiopsis tenella, Saccolabiopsis viridiflora, Saccolabiopsis taiwaniana, Saccolabiopsis arnitii,
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-181313: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Jacobus Smith (1867-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Sm.' in the authors string.