Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr. ex Mansf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 245 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303690
Common Names
- Sarcoglottis alexandri
- Alexander's Sarcoglottis
- Alexander's Orchid
Description
Sarcoglottis alexandri (also called 'Alexander's 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 alexandri 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 alexandri 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcoglottis alexandri 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 alexandri
Sarcoglottis alexandri is native to tropical Africa and can be found in warm, humid climates.
Sarcoglottis alexandri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis alexandri?
Sarcoglottis alexandri
What type of plant is Sarcoglottis alexandri?
Orchid
Where is Sarcoglottis alexandri found?
Tropical Americas
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,