Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
odoratum
ID:
305624

Status:
valid

Authors:
Robatsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Carinthia II 184/104(2): 489 (1994).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304956



Common Names

  • Sauroglossum Odoratum
  • Fragrant Orchid
  • Fragrant Sauroglossum


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Description

Sauroglossum odoratum (also called Fragrant Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid, with thin, branching stems and small, fragrant flowers. It typically grows on trees in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sauroglossum odoratum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sauroglossum odoratum has yellow-green flowers with a long spur. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sauroglossum odoratum is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Sauroglossum odoratum

Sauroglossum odoratum is native to Central America.

Sauroglossum odoratum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Sauroglossum odoratum?

It is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the flower color of Sauroglossum odoratum?

The flowers are yellow or orange.

What is the flowering period of Sauroglossum odoratum?

It blooms from April to May.

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-186360: Based on the initial data import
Karl Robatsch (1929-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Robatsch' in the authors string.