Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chrysanthus
ID:
304142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 1: 966 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303474



Common Names

  • Golden Sarcochilus
  • Sarcochilus Chrysanthus
  • Golden Sarcochilus


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Synonyms

  • Pteroceras chrysanthum (Schltr.) Garay [unknown]
  • Monanthochilus chrysanthus (Schltr.) R.Rice [unknown]

Description

Sarcochilus chrysanthus (also called 'Golden 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 chrysanthus 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 chrysanthus 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcochilus chrysanthus 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 chrysanthus

Sarcochilus chrysanthus is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.

Sarcochilus chrysanthus FAQ

What are the common names of Sarcochilus chrysanthus?

Golden Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Sarcochilus chrysanthus?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests in Australia

What is the typical height of Sarcochilus chrysanthus?

Up to 1 meter

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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