Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rigidissima
ID:
312229

Status:
valid

Authors:
Linden ex Rchb.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
Bonplandia (Hannover) 2: 278 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311561



Common Names

  • Rigidissima Sobralia
  • Rigidissima Orchid
  • Rigidissima Orchid-tree


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Description

Sobralia rigidissima (also called Rigid Sobralia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and a single leaf. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 500 to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia rigidissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia rigidissima is white with a yellowish-green lip. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia rigidissima is a terrestrial orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. 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 rigidissima

Sobralia rigidissima is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua.

Sobralia rigidissima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia rigidissima?

Sobralia rigidissima

What is the common name of Sobralia rigidissima?

Rigid Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia rigidissima?

It is native to Costa Rica 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192723: Based on the initial data import
Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach (1824-1889): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rchb.f.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.