Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hassleri
ID:
300647

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28(4): 351. 1982 [1980 publ. 1982]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299979



Common Names

  • Sacoila hassleri
  • Hassleri Sacoila
  • Hassler's Sacoila


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Synonyms

  • Pachygenium longifolium (Cogn.) Szlach., R.González & Rutk. [unknown]
  • Pelexia longifolia (Cogn.) Hoehne [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos hassleri Cogn. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos longifolium Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Sacoila hassleri (also called Hassler's Sacoila, 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

Sacoila hassleri has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food coloring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sacoila hassleri 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

Sacoila hassleri is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground, in a sunny or partially shaded location. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Sacoila hassleri

Sacoila hassleri is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sacoila hassleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sacoila hassleri?

Sacoila hassleri

What type of plant is Sacoila hassleri?

Sacoila hassleri is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Sacoila hassleri native to?

Sacoila hassleri 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181680: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Cogniaux (1841-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cogn.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.