Status:
valid
Authors:
Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 111: 243 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524737
Common Names
- Sarcoglottis Portillae
- Portilla's Sarcoglottis
- Portilla's Aizoon
Description
Sarcoglottis portillae (also called Portilla's sarcoglottis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with simple, opposite leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Colombia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcoglottis portillae is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is drought tolerant. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarcoglottis portillae has white flowers with a yellow center and a pleasant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcoglottis portillae is a perennial herb native to Central America. It can be propagated from seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can also be propagated from cuttings, but it is slow to root.
Where to Find Sarcoglottis portillae
Sarcoglottis portillae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador.
Sarcoglottis portillae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis portillae?
Sarcoglottis portillae
What is the common name of Sarcoglottis portillae?
Portillae
What type of plant is Sarcoglottis portillae?
Herbaceous perennial
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,