Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
acutata
ID:
304357

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rchb.f. & Warm.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28: 353 (1980 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303689



Common Names

  • Sarcoglottis acutata
  • Acute Sarcoglottis
  • Acute Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Spiranthes acutata Rchb.f. & Warm. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys acutata Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglottis acutata (also called 'Sharp-leaved Sarcoglottis', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, thin leaf and a single, fragrant flower. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcoglottis acutata is an evergreen shrub with fragrant white flowers. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcoglottis acutata has white, yellow or pink flowers with yellow or orange centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcoglottis acutata is a terrestrial orchid that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in a sunny or semi-shaded position. Propagation is by division of the mature clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Sarcoglottis acutata

Sarcoglottis acutata is native to tropical Africa and can be found in warm, humid climates.

Sarcoglottis acutata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis acutata?

Sarcoglottis acutata

What is the common name of Sarcoglottis acutata?

Ceylon Ironwood

What are the uses of Sarcoglottis acutata?

The wood is used for furniture, tool handles, and other applications.

Species in the Sarcoglottis genus

Sarcoglottis acaulis, Sarcoglottis acutata, Sarcoglottis alexandri, Sarcoglottis amazonica, Sarcoglottis assurgens, Sarcoglottis biflora, Sarcoglottis cerina, Sarcoglottis curvisepala, Sarcoglottis degranvillei, Sarcoglottis depinctrix, Sarcoglottis fasciculata, Sarcoglottis glaucescens, Sarcoglottis gonzalezii, Sarcoglottis grandiflora, Sarcoglottis heringeri, Sarcoglottis herzogii, Sarcoglottis homalogastra, Sarcoglottis itararensis, Sarcoglottis juergensii, Sarcoglottis lehmannii, Sarcoglottis lobata, Sarcoglottis maasorum, Sarcoglottis magdalenensis, Sarcoglottis metallica, Sarcoglottis micrantha, Sarcoglottis neglecta, Sarcoglottis pauciflora, Sarcoglottis rosulata, Sarcoglottis sceptrodes, Sarcoglottis schaffneri, Sarcoglottis schwackei, Sarcoglottis smithii, Sarcoglottis stergiosii, Sarcoglottis tirolensis, Sarcoglottis trichogyna, Sarcoglottis uliginosa, Sarcoglottis umbrosa, Sarcoglottis ventricosa, Sarcoglottis veyretiae, Sarcoglottis villosa, Sarcoglottis viscosa, Sarcoglottis woodsonii, Sarcoglottis portillae, Sarcoglottis scintillans, Sarcoglottis turkeliae, Sarcoglottis riocontensis, Sarcoglottis pseudovillosa, Sarcoglottis maroaensis, Sarcoglottis magdalensis, Sarcoglottis catharinensis,

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-185165: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Johannes Eugenius Bülow Warming (1841-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Warm.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.