Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
imbricata
ID:
526268

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 3: 28. 2002

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525600



Common Names

  • Scaphyglottis imbricata
  • Imbricata Scaphyglottis
  • Imbricata Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Hexisea bidentata imbricata (Lindl.) C.Schweinf. [unknown]
  • Diothonea imbricata Lindl. [unknown]
  • Diothonea oppositifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Epidendrum oppositifolium A.Rich. & Galeotti [unknown]
  • Euothonaea imbricata Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Euothonaea oppositifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Hexisea imbricata (Lindl.) Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Hexisea oppositifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Scaphyglottis imbricata (also called 'Imbricate Orchid', among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Central and South America and grows in humid forests. The leaves are oblong and the flowers are yellow with red spots.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphyglottis imbricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scaphyglottis imbricata has yellow flowers with reddish centers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have small, oval leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphyglottis imbricata is a terrestrial orchid native to Central America. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining, humus-rich soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized monthly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Scaphyglottis imbricata

Scaphyglottis imbricata can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Scaphyglottis imbricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphyglottis imbricata?

Scaphyglottis imbricata

What is the common name of Scaphyglottis imbricata?

Imbricate Scaphyglottis

Where is Scaphyglottis imbricata found?

Scaphyglottis imbricata is found in Central and South America

Species in the Scaphyglottis genus

Scaphyglottis acostaei, Scaphyglottis amparoana, Scaphyglottis arctata, Scaphyglottis atwoodii, Scaphyglottis aurea, Scaphyglottis behrii, Scaphyglottis bicallosa, Scaphyglottis bicornis, Scaphyglottis bifida, Scaphyglottis bilineata, Scaphyglottis boliviensis, Scaphyglottis caricalensis, Scaphyglottis chlorantha, Scaphyglottis chocoana, Scaphyglottis condorana, Scaphyglottis conferta, Scaphyglottis confusa, Scaphyglottis corallorrhiza, Scaphyglottis crurigera, Scaphyglottis densa, Scaphyglottis dunstervillei, Scaphyglottis fasciculata, Scaphyglottis felskyi, Scaphyglottis fusiformis, Scaphyglottis geminata, Scaphyglottis gentryi, Scaphyglottis gigantea, Scaphyglottis graminifolia, Scaphyglottis grandiflora, Scaphyglottis hirtzii, Scaphyglottis hondurensis, Scaphyglottis jimenezii, Scaphyglottis laevilabium, Scaphyglottis leucantha, Scaphyglottis limonensis, Scaphyglottis lindeniana, Scaphyglottis livida, Scaphyglottis longicaulis, Scaphyglottis mesocopis, Scaphyglottis michelangeliorum, Scaphyglottis micrantha, Scaphyglottis minutiflora, Scaphyglottis modesta, Scaphyglottis monspirrae, Scaphyglottis pachybulbon, Scaphyglottis panamensis, Scaphyglottis prolifera, Scaphyglottis propinqua, Scaphyglottis pulchella, Scaphyglottis punctulata,

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-262814: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.