Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
lacerata
ID:
1320614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler & Pupulin

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 27: 36 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001333068

Common Names

  • Sobralia lacerata
  • Lacerata Sobralia
  • Sobralia

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Description

Sobralia lacerata (also called Lacerate Sobralia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid that grows up to 30 cm tall. It has long, narrow leaves, and its flowers are white with purple stripes. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia lacerata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and containers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sobralia lacerata has small, yellowish-green flowers with a short, curved spur. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia lacerata is a tropical orchid that can be propagated by division. Division should be done in spring or summer, with each division containing at least one stem and root system. The plant prefers warm, humid environments and should be grown in partial shade.

Where to Find Sobralia lacerata

Sobralia lacerata is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sobralia lacerata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia lacerata?

Sobralia lacerata

What type of plant is Sobralia lacerata?

It is an epiphytic orchid

Where is Sobralia lacerata found?

It is found in Colombia

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,

References

Robert Louis Dressler (1927-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dressler' in the authors string.
Franco Pupulin (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pupulin' in the authors string.