Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
geminata
ID:
917327

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler & Bogarín

Source:
wcs

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 9: 479 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916662



Common Names

  • Sobralia geminata
  • Twin Sobralia
  • Geminate Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia geminata (also called Twin Sobralia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic herb with a creeping rhizome. It is native to Central and South America, and can be found in humid tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia geminata is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of forage for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sobralia geminata has white, fragrant flowers with yellowish-green centers. The flowers are borne in clusters on the ends of branches. The seeds are small, black, and have a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia geminata is a perennial herb that is native to Mexico. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring and divisions can be made in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Sobralia geminata

Sobralia geminata is native to Mexico.

Sobralia geminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia geminata?

Sobralia geminata

What is the family of Sobralia geminata?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Sobralia geminata?

Twin-flowered Sobralia

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-461843: Based on the initial data import
Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Diego Bogarín (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bogarín' in the authors string.