Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
swertiifolium
ID:
305967

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rolfe

Source:
wcs

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 28: 137 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305299

Common Names

  • Scaphosepalum swertiifolium
  • Swertia-Leaved Scaphosepalum
  • Scaphosepalum

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Synonyms

  • Masdevallia swertiifolia Rchb.f. [unknown]

Description

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium (also called Swertia-like Scaphosepalum, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is a small plant, growing up to 10 cm tall. It prefers to grow in humid montane forests, at elevations of 1500-2500 m.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium sub. swertiifolium

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scaphosepalum swertiifolium is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium is a terrestrial orchid that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Scaphosepalum swertiifolium

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphosepalum swertiifolium?

Scaphosepalum swertiifolium

What is the natural habitat of Scaphosepalum swertiifolium?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What is the size of Scaphosepalum swertiifolium?

Up to 8 cm in height

Species in the Scaphosepalum genus

Scaphosepalum anchoriferum, Scaphosepalum andreettae, Scaphosepalum antenniferum, Scaphosepalum beluosum, Scaphosepalum bicolor, Scaphosepalum breve, Scaphosepalum cimex, Scaphosepalum clavellatum, Scaphosepalum cloesii, Scaphosepalum dalstroemii, Scaphosepalum decorum, Scaphosepalum delhierroi, Scaphosepalum digitale, Scaphosepalum dodsonii, Scaphosepalum fimbriatum, Scaphosepalum gibberosum, Scaphosepalum globosum, Scaphosepalum grande, Scaphosepalum hirtzii, Scaphosepalum jostii, Scaphosepalum lima, Scaphosepalum macrodactylum, Scaphosepalum manningii, Scaphosepalum martineae, Scaphosepalum medinae, Scaphosepalum microdactylum, Scaphosepalum odontochilum, Scaphosepalum ophidion, Scaphosepalum ovulare, Scaphosepalum panduratum, Scaphosepalum parviflorum, Scaphosepalum pleurothallodes, Scaphosepalum pulvinare, Scaphosepalum rapax, Scaphosepalum swertiifolium, Scaphosepalum tiaratum, Scaphosepalum triceratops, Scaphosepalum ursinum, Scaphosepalum verrucosum, Scaphosepalum viviparum, Scaphosepalum xystra, Scaphosepalum bicristatum, Scaphosepalum merinoi, Scaphosepalum portillae, Scaphosepalum redderianum, Scaphosepalum reptans, Scaphosepalum erasmatopus, Scaphosepalum rinkei, Scaphosepalum translucens, Scaphosepalum ximenae,

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,

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