Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
andreae
ID:
807140

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 24: 126 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806474



Common Names

  • Sobralia andreae
  • Andreae Sobralia
  • Andreae Sobralia Orchid


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Description

Sobralia andreae (also called Andreae's Sobralia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Mexico, where it is found in dry scrubland habitats. It is a small to medium-sized herb, growing up to 22 m tall with a stem diameter of up to 22 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia andreae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating respiratory and digestive ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sobralia andreae has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia andreae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Sobralia andreae

Sobralia andreae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Sobralia andreae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia andreae?

Sobralia andreae

What is the common name of Sobralia andreae?

Andreae's orchid

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia andreae?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America

Species in the Sobralia genus

Sobralia allenii, Sobralia altissima, Sobralia amabilis, Sobralia anceps, Sobralia antioquiensis, Sobralia atropubescens, Sobralia augusta, Sobralia biflora, Sobralia bimaculata, Sobralia bletiae, Sobralia boliviensis, Sobralia calliantha, Sobralia callosa, Sobralia caloglossa, Sobralia candida, Sobralia carazoi, Sobralia cataractarum, Sobralia cattleya, Sobralia chatoensis, Sobralia chrysantha, Sobralia chrysoleuca, Sobralia chrysostoma, Sobralia ciliata, Sobralia crocea, Sobralia decora, Sobralia densifoliata, Sobralia dichotoma, Sobralia dissimilis, Sobralia dorbignyana, Sobralia doremiliae, Sobralia ecuadorana, Sobralia elisabethiae, Sobralia exilis, Sobralia fenzliana, Sobralia fimbriata, Sobralia fragrans, Sobralia fruticetorum, Sobralia galeottiana, Sobralia gentryi, Sobralia gloriosa, Sobralia granitica, Sobralia hagsateri, Sobralia hawkesii, Sobralia helleri, Sobralia herzogii, Sobralia hirta, Sobralia hoppii, Sobralia infundibuligera, Sobralia intermedia, Sobralia kermesina,

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,

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