Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
liliastrum
ID:
312185

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sp. Orchid. Pl. : 177 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311517



Common Names

  • Sobralia liliastrum
  • Lily-Like Sobralia
  • Lily-Like Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Sobralia liliastrum alba Lindl. [unknown]
  • Sobralia liliastrum maior Hoehne [unknown]
  • Sobralia liliastrum rosea Lindl. [unknown]
  • Cattleya liliastrum Beer [unknown]
  • Epidendrum liliastrum Salzm. ex Lindl. [unknown]

Description

Sobralia liliastrum (also called Lily-like Sobralia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests, at elevations of 500 to 1500 meters. It has a single, large, white flower with a yellow lip and a long, thin stem.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia liliastrum 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 liliastrum 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 liliastrum 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 liliastrum

Sobralia liliastrum 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 liliastrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia liliastrum?

Sobralia liliastrum

What is the common name of Sobralia liliastrum?

Liliastrum Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia liliastrum?

Sobralia liliastrum 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192682: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.