Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
veitchii
ID:
1281305

Status:
valid

Authors:
hort.

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron., ser. 3 16: 103 1894

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280643



Common Names

  • Sobralia veitchii
  • Veitch's Sobralia
  • Veitch's False Foxglove


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Description

Sobralia veitchii (also called 'Veitchii', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Peru and is found in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia veitchii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sobralia veitchii has small, white flowers that are about 0.5 cm in diameter. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are short, with a single, straight stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia veitchii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from young, healthy branches and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. Once established, Sobralia veitchii is relatively low-maintenance and requires little water or fertilizer.

Where to Find Sobralia veitchii

Sobralia veitchii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Sobralia veitchii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia veitchii?

Sobralia veitchii

What is the common name of Sobralia veitchii?

Veitch's sobralia

Where is Sobralia veitchii found?

Sobralia veitchii is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China.

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,