Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
grandiflora
ID:
304381

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Allg. Gartenzeitung 10: 107 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303713



Common Names

  • Sarcoglottis grandiflora
  • Large-flowered Sarcoglottis
  • Large-flowered Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Neottia grandiflora Hook. [unknown]
  • Neottia macrantha Sweet [unknown]
  • Spiranthes grandiflora Lindl. [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis acaulis grandiflora R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Spiranthes picta grandiflora (Lindl.) L.O.Williams [unknown]
  • Dothilis grandiflora Raf. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys grandiflora Kuntze [unknown]
  • Neottia viridis Hook. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes acaulis grandiflora (Lindl.) Cogn. [unknown]
  • Dottulis grandiflora (Lindl.) Raf. [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglottis grandiflora (also called Large-flowered 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 grandiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has showy yellow flowers and is a popular choice for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcoglottis grandiflora 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 grandiflora 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 grandiflora

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

Sarcoglottis grandiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis grandiflora?

Sarcoglottis grandiflora

What type of plant is Sarcoglottis grandiflora?

Sarcoglottis grandiflora is a species of orchid

Where is Sarcoglottis grandiflora found?

Sarcoglottis grandiflora 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