Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
kermesina
ID:
312177

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 34: 242 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311509



Common Names

  • Sobralia kermesina
  • Crimson Sobralia
  • Crimson Orchid


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Description

Sobralia kermesina (also called Scarlet 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 kermesina 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 kermesina 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 kermesina is a large, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Sobralia kermesina

Sobralia kermesina is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Sobralia kermesina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia kermesina?

Sobralia kermesina

What is the common name of Sobralia kermesina?

Kermesina Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia kermesina?

Sobralia kermesina is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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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