Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hagsateri
ID:
312166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 21(1): 30. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311498



Common Names

  • Sobralia hagsateri
  • Hagsater's Sobralia
  • Hagsater's Orchid


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Description

Sobralia hagsateri (also called Hagsater's Sobralia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and a single leaf. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 500 to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia hagsateri 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 hagsateri 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 hagsateri 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 hagsateri

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

Sobralia hagsateri FAQ

What type of soil does Sobralia hagsateri prefer?

Sobralia hagsateri prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Sobralia hagsateri?

Sobralia hagsateri prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Sobralia hagsateri need?

Sobralia hagsateri 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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