Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sincoranum
ID:
336432

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.P.Castro & Campacci

Source:
wcs

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Orquidário 14(2): 36 (2000).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000335764



Common Names

  • Zygopetalum sincoranum
  • Sincoran Zygopetalum
  • Sincoran Zygopetalum Plant


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Description

Zygopetalum sincoranum (also called Sincoran Zygopetalum, among many other common names) is a small terrestrial orchid species with a slender, upright stem and long, narrow leaves. It is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, where it typically grows in humid, shady areas, such as under the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Zygopetalum sincoranum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in rock gardens and as an edging plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Zygopetalum sincoranum is white, with 6 petals, and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zygopetalum sincoranum is an epiphytic orchid native to Brazil and Argentina. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The plant should be grown in a well-draining medium, such as sphagnum moss or bark, and watered regularly. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Zygopetalum sincoranum

Zygopetalum sincoranum can be found in Brazil.

Zygopetalum sincoranum FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Zygopetalum sincoranum?

Zygopetalum sincoranum prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the ideal light level for Zygopetalum sincoranum?

Zygopetalum sincoranum prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity level for Zygopetalum sincoranum?

Zygopetalum sincoranum prefers high humidity levels of at least 50%.

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-216134: Based on the initial data import
Vitorino Paiva Castro (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.P.Castro' in the authors string.
Marcos Antonio Campacci (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Campacci' in the authors string.