Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ciliata
ID:
312139

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Schweinf. ex Foldats

Source:
wcs

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Fl. Venezuela 15(1): 175 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311471



Common Names

  • Sobralia ciliata
  • Ciliata Sobralia
  • Sobralia


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Synonyms

  • Sobralia porphyrocharis Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Bletia ciliata C.Presl [unknown]

Description

Sobralia ciliata (also called 'Fringed 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 ciliata 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 ciliata 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 ciliata is a large, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Sobralia ciliata

Sobralia ciliata is native to the tropical forests of Peru and Ecuador.

Sobralia ciliata FAQ

What type of soil does Sobralia ciliata prefer?

Sobralia ciliata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Sobralia ciliata?

Sobralia ciliata prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Sobralia ciliata need?

Sobralia ciliata prefers bright, indirect light.

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-192640: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.