Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longicaule
ID:
300443

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 114 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299775



Common Names

  • Saccolabium longicaule
  • Long-stalked Saccolabium
  • Longicaule Saccolabium


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Description

Saccolabium longicaule (also called Longicaule, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saccolabium longicaule is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber which is used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saccolabium longicaule has white, star-shaped flowers with four petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saccolabium longicaule is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.

Where to Find Saccolabium longicaule

Saccolabium longicaule is native to the tropical forests of South America.

Saccolabium longicaule FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saccolabium longicaule?

Saccolabium longicaule

What is the common name of Saccolabium longicaule?

Long-stalked Saccolabium

What is the natural habitat of Saccolabium longicaule?

Tropical rainforests

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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