Sarcochilus borealis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borealis
ID:
304119
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Nicholls) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones
Source:
wcs
Year:
1989
Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Res. 1: 131 (1989)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303451
Common Names
- Boreal Sarcochilus
- Sarcochilus Borealis
- Boreal Sarcochilus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Sarcochilus olivaceus borealis Nicholls [unknown]
Description
Sarcochilus borealis (also called 'Northern Sarcochilus', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 10 meters tall. Its leaves are alternate, elliptic-ovate, and up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland rainforests and wet montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcochilus borealis is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarcochilus borealis has small white flowers with 4 petals and 4 sepals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and short.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sarcochilus borealis can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and sand. The pot should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.
Where to Find Sarcochilus borealis
Sarcochilus borealis is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Sarcochilus borealis FAQ
What are the common names of Sarcochilus borealis?
Northern Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Sarcochilus borealis?
Tropical and subtropical rainforests in Australia
What is the typical height of Sarcochilus borealis?
Up to 1 meter
Species in the Sarcochilus genus
Sarcochilus australis, Sarcochilus borealis, Sarcochilus ceciliae, Sarcochilus chrysanthus, Sarcochilus dilatatus, Sarcochilus falcatus, Sarcochilus fitzgeraldii, Sarcochilus gildasii, Sarcochilus hartmannii, Sarcochilus hillii, Sarcochilus hirticalcar, Sarcochilus iboensis, Sarcochilus koghiensis, Sarcochilus odoratus, Sarcochilus parviflorus, Sarcochilus rarus, Sarcochilus serrulatus, Sarcochilus spathulatus, Sarcochilus tricalliatus, Sarcochilus uniflorus, Sarcochilus weinthalii, Sarcochilus argochilus,
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-184945: Based on the initial data import
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.
William Henry Nicholls (1885-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholls' in the authors string.