Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
robusta
ID:
312095

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1925

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 33: 362 (1925)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311427



Common Names

  • Sobennikoffia robusta
  • Robusta Sobennikoffia
  • Sobennikoffia


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Synonyms

  • Oeonia robusta Schltr. [unknown]
  • Angraecum robustum Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Sobennikoffia robusta (also called 'Giant Lace Orchid', among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and northern South America. It grows in wet, shady forests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and produces white, yellow, or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sobennikoffia robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sobennikoffia robusta are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobennikoffia robusta is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Sobennikoffia robusta

Sobennikoffia robusta can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Sobennikoffia robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobennikoffia robusta?

Sobennikoffia robusta

What is the common name of Sobennikoffia robusta?

Robust Sobennikoffia

What is the natural habitat of Sobennikoffia robusta?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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