Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ventricosa
ID:
304446

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) Hoehne

Source:
wcs

Year:
1952

Citation Micro:
Arq. Bot. Estado São Paulo , n.s., f.m., 2: 146 (1952)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303778



Common Names

  • Sarcoglottis Ventricosa
  • Ventricosa Sarcoglottis
  • Ventricose Sarcoglottis


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Synonyms

  • Orchis ventricosa Steud. [unknown]
  • Sarcoglottis rufescens Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Serapias ventricosa Vell. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes rufescens Fisch. ex Klotzsch [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglottis ventricosa (also called 'Swollen Sarcoglottis', among many other common names) is a small, terrestrial orchid with a single, thin leaf and a single, fragrant flower. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcoglottis ventricosa 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 ventricosa has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, curved spur. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcoglottis ventricosa is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Sarcoglottis ventricosa

Sarcoglottis ventricosa is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Sarcoglottis ventricosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglottis ventricosa?

Sarcoglottis ventricosa

What type of plant is Sarcoglottis ventricosa?

Orchid

Where is Sarcoglottis ventricosa 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-185247: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Frederico Carlos Hoehne (1882-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoehne' in the authors string.