Status:
valid
Authors:
Dressler
Source:
wcs
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5: 11 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553660
Common Names
- Gloriana Sobralia
- Sobralia Gloriana
- Gloriana Sobralia
Description
Sobralia gloriana (also called Glorious Sobralia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, and on hillsides and slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Sobralia gloriana 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 gloriana has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sobralia gloriana is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized in the spring and summer. Pruning is not necessary.
Where to Find Sobralia gloriana
Sobralia gloriana can be found in Costa Rica.
Sobralia gloriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sobralia gloriana?
Sobralia gloriana
What is the common name of Sobralia gloriana?
Glorious Sobralia
What is the natural habitat of Sobralia gloriana?
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,