Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
hawkesii
ID:
312167

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Heller

Source:
wcs

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 14: 15 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311499



Common Names

  • Sobralia hawkesii
  • Hawkes' Sobralia
  • Hawkes' Orchid


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Description

Sobralia hawkesii (also called Hawkes' 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 hawkesii 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 hawkesii 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 hawkesii 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 hawkesii

Sobralia hawkesii can be found in the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Sobralia hawkesii FAQ

What type of soil does Sobralia hawkesii prefer?

Sobralia hawkesii prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Sobralia hawkesii?

Sobralia hawkesii prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Sobralia hawkesii need?

Sobralia hawkesii 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192666: Based on the initial data import
Alfonse Henry Heller (1894-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Heller' in the authors string.