Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 27: 128 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311540
Common Names
- Fragrant Sobralia
- Odorata Sobralia
- Fragrant Orchid
Description
Sobralia odorata (also called Fragrant 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 odorata 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 odorata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sobralia odorata is a terrestrial orchid native to Mexico and Central America. It is a large plant with long, arching stems and large, showy flowers. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seed should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Sobralia odorata
Sobralia odorata 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 odorata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sobralia odorata?
Sobralia odorata
What is the common name of Sobralia odorata?
Fragrant Sobralia
What is the natural habitat of Sobralia odorata?
It is native to Central America and found in wet forests and grasslands.
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,