Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
callosa
ID:
312124

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.O.Williams

Source:
wcs

Year:
1946

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 33: 31 (1946)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311456



Common Names

  • Sobralia callosa
  • Callosa Sobralia
  • Sobralia


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Synonyms

  • Lindsayella amabilis Ames & C.Schweinf. [unknown]

Description

Sobralia callosa (also called 'Rugose Sobralia', 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 long, thin leaves and produces white, yellow, or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia callosa is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has fragrant white flowers and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sobralia callosa 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

Sobralia callosa can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division is best done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with at least one growth point, and replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Sobralia callosa

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

Sobralia callosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia callosa?

Sobralia callosa

What is the common name of Sobralia callosa?

Callous Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia callosa?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192627: Based on the initial data import
Louis Otho Williams (1908-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Williams' in the authors string.