Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pedicellata
ID:
300657

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cogn.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28(4): 352. 1982 [1980 publ. 1982]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299989



Common Names

  • Sacoila pedicellata
  • Pedicellata Sacoila
  • Stalked Sacoila


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Synonyms

  • Sacoila lanceolata pedicellata (Cogn.) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos pedicellatum Cogn. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos pedicellatum major Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Sacoila pedicellata (also called Pedicellate 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 pedicellata 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 pedicellata 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 pedicellata 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 pedicellata

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

Sacoila pedicellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sacoila pedicellata?

Sacoila pedicellata

What type of plant is Sacoila pedicellata?

Sacoila pedicellata is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Sacoila pedicellata native to?

Sacoila pedicellata 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-181691: 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.