Sarcochilus rarus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rarus
ID:
304286
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 39: 87 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303618
Common Names
- Sarcochilus rarus
- Rare Sarcochilus
- Rare Orchid
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- Sarcochilus radicosus Kraenzl. [unknown]
Description
Sarcochilus rarus (also called 'Dwarf Orchid', 'Lip Orchid' and 'Fairy Orchid', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, thin stem and a single, large leaf. It is native to Australia and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcochilus rarus is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sarcochilus rarus is white with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and erect.
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Sarcochilus rarus is an epiphytic orchid that is native to Australia. It is best grown in a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.
Where to Find Sarcochilus rarus
Sarcochilus rarus is native to Australia and can be found in wet, shady areas.
Sarcochilus rarus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcochilus rarus?
Sarcochilus rarus
What is the common name of Sarcochilus rarus?
Rarus Sarcochilus
Where is Sarcochilus rarus found?
It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka
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-185097: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.