Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sigmoideum
ID:
300580

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.J.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 2, 14: 45 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299912



Common Names

  • Saccolabium sigmoideum
  • Sigmoideum Saccolabium
  • Sigmoid Saccolabium


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Description

Saccolabium sigmoideum (also called Sigmoid Saccolabium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest regions of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in the understory of the rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Saccolabium sigmoideum is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saccolabium sigmoideum has yellow flowers with white centres. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saccolabium sigmoideum is a small, epiphytic orchid that is native to tropical Asia. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a tree. It prefers a bright, humid environment and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division of the pseudobulbs or by seed.

Where to Find Saccolabium sigmoideum

Saccolabium sigmoideum is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Saccolabium sigmoideum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saccolabium sigmoideum?

Saccolabium sigmoideum

What type of plant is Saccolabium sigmoideum?

Saccolabium sigmoideum is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Saccolabium sigmoideum native to?

Saccolabium sigmoideum is native to Southeast Asia

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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