Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
cerina
ID:
304369

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) P.N.Don

Source:
wcs

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Hortus Cantabrig. , ed. 13: 590 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303701



Common Names

  • Sarcoglottis cerina
  • Waxy Sarcoglottis
  • Waxy Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Pelexia cerina (Lindl.) Garay [unknown]
  • Spiranthes cerina Lindl. [unknown]
  • Zhukowskia cerina (Lindl.) Szlach., R.González & Rutk. [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglottis cerina (also called Pink-veined Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with pink-veined leaves and a single flower. It is native to Central America, and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcoglottis cerina 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 cerina 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 cerina 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 cerina

Sarcoglottis cerina is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sarcoglottis cerina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis cerina?

Sarcoglottis cerina

What type of plant is Sarcoglottis cerina?

Sarcoglottis cerina is a species of orchid

Where is Sarcoglottis cerina found?

Sarcoglottis cerina 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-185176: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
P.N.Don (1806-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.N.Don' in the authors string.