Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
chrysoleuca
ID:
312136

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Xenia Orchid. 2: 179 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311468



Common Names

  • Sobralia chrysoleuca
  • Chrysoleuca Sobralia
  • Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia chrysoleuca (also called 'Golden-leaved 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 chrysoleuca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia chrysoleuca is large and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia chrysoleuca 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 chrysoleuca

Sobralia chrysoleuca can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica.

Sobralia chrysoleuca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia chrysoleuca?

Sobralia chrysoleuca

What is the common name of Sobralia chrysoleuca?

Chrysoleuca Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia chrysoleuca?

Sobralia chrysoleuca 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,

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