Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
mutisii
ID:
554341

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
wcs

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 23: 50 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553673



Common Names

  • Sobralia Mutisii
  • Mutis' Sobralia
  • Mutis Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia mutisii (also called the Mutis' Sobralia, among many other common names) is a flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is an epiphytic orchid with large white flowers and is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It is found in humid, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia mutisii 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

Sobralia mutisii has white or pink flowers with a yellow center and a short, thick seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia mutisii 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 mutisii

Sobralia mutisii can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Sobralia mutisii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia mutisii?

Sobralia mutisii

What is the family of Sobralia mutisii?

Orchidaceae

Where is Sobralia mutisii found?

Colombia

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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