Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
squamulosa
ID:
300660

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299992



Common Names

  • Sacoila squamulosa
  • Squamulosa Sacoila
  • Scaly Sacoila


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Synonyms

  • Neottia squamulosa Kunth [unknown]
  • Sacoila lanceolata squamulosa (Kunth) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes squamulosa (Kunth) León [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos squamulosum Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Sacoila squamulosa (also called Scaly 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 squamulosa 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 squamulosa 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

Sacoila squamulosa 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 squamulosa

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

Sacoila squamulosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sacoila squamulosa?

Sacoila squamulosa

What are the common names of Sacoila squamulosa?

Scaly-leafed Sacoila, Scaly-leafed Sacoila-vine

What is the natural habitat of Sacoila squamulosa?

Sacoila squamulosa is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests of Central and South America

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-181694: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.