Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gentryi
ID:
312162

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 21: 26 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311494



Common Names

  • Sobralia gentryi
  • Gentry's Sobralia
  • Gentry's Orchid


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Description

Sobralia gentryi (also called Gentry's Sobralia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a terrestrial orchid with ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with purple spots. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia gentryi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It can also be used to make herbal tea and in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia gentryi is a large, bright pink orchid with a yellow lip. The seed is a small, black, bean-like structure. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia gentryi can be propagated by seed or division. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, humid environment. For division, separate the rhizomes of the plant in spring and replant them in a new location. The plants prefer a warm, humid environment and should be kept in partial shade.

Where to Find Sobralia gentryi

Sobralia gentryi is native to the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Sobralia gentryi FAQ

What type of soil does Sobralia gentryi prefer?

Sobralia gentryi prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Sobralia gentryi?

Sobralia gentryi prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Sobralia gentryi need?

Sobralia gentryi 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,

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