Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
maduroi
ID:
800881

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 73: 776 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800215



Common Names

  • Sobralia Maduroi
  • Maduro's Sobralia
  • Maduro's Orchid


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Description

Sobralia maduroi (also called 'Maduro's Sobralia', among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid. It is native to tropical America and is found in moist forests and along riverbanks. It grows up to 50 cm tall and has white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia maduroi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its showy white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia maduroi is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with thin stems and small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia maduroi is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It requires minimal maintenance and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Sobralia maduroi

Sobralia maduroi is native to Costa Rica and can be found in open forests and scrublands.

Sobralia maduroi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia maduroi?

Sobralia maduroi

What is the common name of Sobralia maduroi?

Maduro's Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia maduroi?

Dry, rocky slopes

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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