Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cordigera
ID:
310005

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1763

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. ed. 2 : 1345 (1763)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309337

Common Names

  • Cordigera Orchid
  • Serapias Cordigera
  • Cordigera Tongue Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Lonchitis cordigera Bubani [unknown]
  • Serapias pseudocordigera mauritanica E.G.Camus, Bergon & A.Camus [unknown]
  • Serapiastrum cordigerum A.A.Eaton [unknown]
  • Serapias cordigera curvifolia J.A.Guim. [unknown]
  • Serapias cordigera leucantha J.A.Guim. [unknown]
  • Serapias lingua cordigera (L.) Savi [unknown]
  • Helleborine cordigera Pers. [unknown]

Description

Serapias cordigera (also called 'Heart-bearing Tongue Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey. It is found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands, often in calcareous soils.

Uses & Benefits

Serapias cordigera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach pain.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Serapias cordigera sub. azorica (Schltr.) Soó
Serapias cordigera sub. cretica B.Baumann & H.Baumann
Serapias cordigera sub. cossyrensis (B.Baumann & H.Baumann) Kreutz
Serapias cordigera sub. lucana R.Lorenz & V.A.Romano

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Serapias cordigera has a pink flower with a yellow centre. The seeds are small and round with a black colour. The seedlings are small and have a delicate stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serapias cordigera is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in spring and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Serapias cordigera

Serapias cordigera can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.

Serapias cordigera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serapias cordigera?

Serapias cordigera

What type of plant is Serapias cordigera?

Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Serapias cordigera?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Serapias genus

Serapias alberti, Serapias ambigua, Serapias bergonii, Serapias broeckii, Serapias cordigera, Serapias cypria, Serapias demadesii, Serapias euxina, Serapias fallax, Serapias garganica, Serapias godferyi, Serapias halacsyana, Serapias hildae-margaritae, Serapias intermedia, Serapias kelleri, Serapias lingua, Serapias lupiensis, Serapias meridionalis, Serapias neglecta, Serapias nurrica, Serapias olbia, Serapias orientalis, Serapias oulmesiaca, Serapias parviflora, Serapias perez-chiscanoi, Serapias politisii, Serapias provincialis, Serapias rainei, Serapias sitiae, Serapias strictiflora, Serapias todaroi, Serapias vomeracea, Serapias walravensiana, Serapias wettsteinii, Serapias occidentalis, Serapias maria, Serapias venhuisia, Serapias francavillae, Serapias complicata, Serapias todari, Serapias athwaghlisia, Serapias liana,

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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