Status:
valid
Authors:
Pabst
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 79: 53 (1971)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303718
Common Names
- Sarcoglottis Heringeri
- Heringeri Sarcoglottis
- Herzog's Sarcoglottis
Description
Sarcoglottis heringeri (also called Heringer's 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 heringeri is a popular 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 heringeri 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 heringeri 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 heringeri
Sarcoglottis heringeri is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Sarcoglottis heringeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis heringeri?
Sarcoglottis heringeri
What type of plant is Sarcoglottis heringeri?
Sarcoglottis heringeri is a species of orchid
Where is Sarcoglottis heringeri found?
Sarcoglottis heringeri 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,