Sarcoglottis depinctrix - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depinctrix
ID:
304374
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christenson & Toscano
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 69: 875 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303706
Common Names
- Sarcoglottis depinctrix
- Painted Sarcoglottis
- Painted Orchid
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sarcoglottis depinctrix (also called Painted Orchid, among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species with white-veined leaves and a single flower. It is native to Central America, and grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcoglottis depinctrix 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 depinctrix 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sarcoglottis depinctrix 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 depinctrix
Sarcoglottis depinctrix is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Sarcoglottis depinctrix FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis depinctrix?
Sarcoglottis depinctrix
What type of plant is Sarcoglottis depinctrix?
Sarcoglottis depinctrix is a species of orchid
Where is Sarcoglottis depinctrix found?
Sarcoglottis depinctrix 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-185181: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.
Antonio Luiz Vieira Toscano (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toscano' in the authors string.