Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
crispissima
ID:
554321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 10 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553653



Common Names

  • Crispissima Sobralia
  • Sobralia Crispissima
  • Crispissima Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia crispissima (also called Crispy Sobralia, among many other common names) is an evergreen epiphytic orchid native to tropical Asia. It has long, slender stems and small, white flowers. Its habitats include humid forests and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia crispissima has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used to boost the immune system and to treat skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sobralia crispissima has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia crispissima is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in most soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings in late summer.

Where to Find Sobralia crispissima

Sobralia crispissima can be found in Costa Rica.

Sobralia crispissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia crispissima?

Sobralia crispissima

What is the common name of Sobralia crispissima?

Crisp-petaled Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia crispissima?

Moist, shady forests

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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