Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
schaffneri
ID:
304429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Guatem. 7: 50 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303761



Common Names

  • Sarcoglottis Schaffneri
  • Schaffneri Sarcoglottis
  • Schaffner's Sarcoglottis


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Synonyms

  • Pelexia saccata Rolfe [unknown]
  • Pelexia schaffneri (Rchb.f.) Ames [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis latifolia Schltr. [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis pubilabia Ames [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis zamororae Ames [unknown]
  • Satyrium vallisoletanum Lex. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes arseniana Kraenzl. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes emiliae M.C.Johnst. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes latifolia A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Spiranthes richardiana Schltr. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes schaffneri Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis richardiana (Schltr.) Salazar & Soto Arenas [unknown]
  • Potosia schaffneri (Rchb.f.) R.González & Szlach. ex Mytnik [unknown]
  • Potosia zamororae (Ames) R.González & Szlach. ex Mytnik [unknown]
  • Zhukowskia richardiana (Schltr.) Szlach., Mytnik & Rutk. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys schaffneri Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pelexia schaffneri Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglottis schaffneri (also called Schaffner'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 schaffneri 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

The flower of Sarcoglottis schaffneri is white with five petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are slender and erect.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcoglottis schaffneri is a terrestrial orchid that is native to Australia. It can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It should be protected from frost and strong winds.

Where to Find Sarcoglottis schaffneri

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

Sarcoglottis schaffneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis schaffneri?

Sarcoglottis schaffneri

What type of plant is Sarcoglottis schaffneri?

Orchid

Where is Sarcoglottis schaffneri found?

Tropical Americas

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-185231: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.