Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
macdougallii
ID:
554332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soto Arenas, Pérez-García & Salazar

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. 5-6: t. 668 (2002 publ. 2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553664



Common Names

  • Sobralia Macdougallii
  • Macdougall's Sobralia
  • Macdougall Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia macdougallii (also called MacDougall's 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 macdougallii 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

The flower of Sobralia macdougallii is a small, white to pale yellow, bell-shaped flower with a long, curved corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a tuft of white hairs at the base of the stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia macdougallii 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 macdougallii

Sobralia macdougallii can be found in Costa Rica.

Sobralia macdougallii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia macdougallii?

Sobralia macdougallii

What is the common name of Sobralia macdougallii?

MacDougall's Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia macdougallii?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-265976: Based on the initial data import
Gerardo A. Salazar (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Salazar' in the authors string.
Miguel Ángel Soto Arenas (1963-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Soto Arenas' in the authors string.
Eduardo Alberto Pérez-García (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pérez-García' in the authors string.