Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1920
Citation Micro:
Beih. Bot. Centralbl. 37(2): 414 (1920)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303696
Common Names
- Sarcoglottis biflora
- Two-flowered Sarcoglottis
- Two-flowered Orchid
Synonyms
- Sarcoglottis lithophila Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
- Serapias biflora Vell. [unknown]
- Spiranthes biflora Cogn. [unknown]
- Spiranthes lithophila Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
Description
Sarcoglottis biflora (also called Two-flowered Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with two flowers and white-veined leaves. It is native to Central America, and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcoglottis biflora 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 biflora 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 biflora 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 biflora
Sarcoglottis biflora can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Sarcoglottis biflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis biflora?
Sarcoglottis biflora
What type of plant is Sarcoglottis biflora?
Sarcoglottis biflora is a species of orchid
Where is Sarcoglottis biflora found?
Sarcoglottis biflora is found in Central America, from Mexico to Panama
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,