Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
madisonii
ID:
312197

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Trop. 1: t. 311 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311529



Common Names

  • Madison's Sobralia
  • Madison's Orchid
  • Madison's Orchid-tree


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Description

Sobralia madisonii (also called Madison's 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 madisonii is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia madisonii is a white to pale yellow, tubular flower with a yellow-green throat. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia madisonii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The rhizomes can be divided in spring or autumn. The seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be grown in a well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. They should be watered regularly and fertilized in spring and summer.

Where to Find Sobralia madisonii

Sobralia madisonii 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 madisonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia madisonii?

Sobralia madisonii

What is the common name of Sobralia madisonii?

Madison's Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia madisonii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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,

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