Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sororcula
ID:
837549

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 25: 39 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836884



Common Names

  • Sobralia sororcula
  • Sororcula Sobralia
  • Sobralia Sororcula


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Description

Sobralia sororcula (also called Sobralia sororcula, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with needle-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia sororcula is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cold, and cough.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia sororcula is white with yellow and purple spots. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia sororcula is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood tips and planted in a well-draining medium. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Once established, Sobralia sororcula should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Sobralia sororcula

Sobralia sororcula is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Sobralia sororcula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia sororcula?

Sobralia sororcula

What is the common name of Sobralia sororcula?

Sister Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia sororcula?

Tropical and subtropical forests of India

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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