Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
piedrahitae
ID:
1320700

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Ortiz

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 28: 9 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333154



Common Names

  • Sobralia piedrahitae
  • Piedrahita's Sobralia
  • Piedrahitae Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia piedrahitae (also called 'Piedrahita's Sobralia', among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical South America, from Brazil to Peru. It is an epiphytic orchid growing to 1 m tall, with long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in shady, moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia piedrahitae is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia piedrahitae is a small, white to pale pink, tubular flower with a yellow throat. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia piedrahitae is an epiphytic orchid that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in a shady location and watered regularly. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size.

Where to Find Sobralia piedrahitae

Sobralia piedrahitae can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Sobralia piedrahitae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia piedrahitae?

Sobralia piedrahitae

What is the common name of Sobralia piedrahitae?

Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia piedrahitae?

Tropical 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

Pedro Ortiz Valdivieso (1926-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Ortiz' in the authors string.