Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
vallecaucana
ID:
1327799

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baranow, Szlach. & Dudek

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Pl. Syst. Evol. 300: 1666 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340253



Common Names

  • Vallecaucana Sobralia
  • Vallecaucana Sobralia
  • Vallecaucana Sobralia


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Description

Sobralia vallecaucana (also called Vallecaucan Sobralia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid in the family Orchidaceae. It is a large, evergreen perennial, growing up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Peru. It is found in moist, shady habitats, often near rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia vallecaucana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and it is also used in traditional Colombian medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia vallecaucana is yellow and tubular, with four lobes. The seed is a small, brown, flattened, and oblong-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two, oval-shaped cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia vallecaucana is an epiphytic orchid native to Colombia. It grows to a height of 1-2 feet and prefers partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is drought tolerant. Propagation is done by division or seed. Divisions should be taken from mature plants and planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Sobralia vallecaucana

Sobralia vallecaucana is found in the tropical forests of Colombia.

Sobralia vallecaucana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia vallecaucana?

Sobralia vallecaucana

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia vallecaucana?

It is found in Colombia and Ecuador.

What is the flowering season of Sobralia vallecaucana?

It flowers from June to August.

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

Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.
Przemysław Baranow: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baranow' in the authors string.
Magdalena Dudek: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dudek' in the authors string.