Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
carazoi
ID:
312129

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.H.Lank. & Ames

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Schedul. Orchid. 7: 34 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311461



Common Names

  • Sobralia carazoi
  • Carazoi Sobralia
  • Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia carazoi (also called 'Carazo's 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 carazoi is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and as a houseplant. It has bright yellow flowers and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sobralia carazoi 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 carazoi 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 carazoi

Sobralia carazoi can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Sobralia carazoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia carazoi?

Sobralia carazoi

What is the common name of Sobralia carazoi?

Carazoi Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia carazoi?

Sobralia carazoi is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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-192631: Based on the initial data import
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
Charles H. Lankester (1879-1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Lank.' in the authors string.