Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bicolor
ID:
318373

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. 10: 185 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317705



Common Names

  • Sutrina bicolor
  • Bicolor Sutrina
  • Sutrina Bicolor


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Synonyms

  • Rodriguezia bicolor Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Sutrina bicolor (also called Two-colored Sutrina, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has leathery leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sutrina bicolor is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sutrina bicolor has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seed pods contain small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sutrina bicolor is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6.5 ft) in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and regular watering.

Where to Find Sutrina bicolor

Sutrina bicolor is found in Central and South America. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Sutrina bicolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sutrina bicolor?

Sutrina bicolor

What is the common name of Sutrina bicolor?

Bicolored sutrina

What is the natural habitat of Sutrina bicolor?

Moist forests, grasslands, and rocky areas

Species in the Sutrina genus

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-198660: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.