Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
rupicola
ID:
312240

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kraenzl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 6: 21 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311572



Common Names

  • Rupicola Sobralia
  • Rupicola Orchid
  • Rupicola Orchid-tree


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Description

Sobralia rupicola (also called Rock-dwelling 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 rupicola is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia rupicola is white, with a yellowish-green lip and a long spur. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, ovate leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia rupicola 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 rupicola

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

Sobralia rupicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia rupicola?

Sobralia rupicola

What is the common name of Sobralia rupicola?

Rock-dwelling Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia rupicola?

Rocky outcrops and cliffs

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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