Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
turkeliae
ID:
554355

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Orchids (West Palm Beach) 71: 998 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553687



Common Names

  • Sobralia Turkeliae
  • Turkel's Sobralia
  • Turkel Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia turkeliae (also called Turkel's Sobralia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica and Panama. It has long, thin leaves and produces white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It grows in humid, shady areas and is found in the understory of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia turkeliae has been used in traditional Chinese medicine as a diuretic and to treat urinary tract infections. It has also been used to treat digestive disorders and to reduce inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sobralia turkeliae has white or pink flowers with a yellow center and a short, thick seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a single, slender stem. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia turkeliae is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in most soils. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division in spring or autumn. It can also be propagated from cuttings in late summer.

Where to Find Sobralia turkeliae

Sobralia turkeliae can be found in the tropical forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Sobralia turkeliae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia turkeliae?

Sobralia turkeliae

What is the common name of Sobralia turkeliae?

Turkeliae Sobralia

Where is Sobralia turkeliae native to?

Costa Rica

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-265983: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.