Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
macrantha
ID:
312194

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1838

Citation Micro:
Sert. Orchid. : t. 29 (1838)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311526

Common Names

  • Large-flowered Sobralia
  • Macrantha Sobralia
  • Big-flowered Sobralia

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Synonyms

  • Sobralia macrantha alba Lindl. [unknown]
  • Sobralia macrantha purpurea Lindl. [unknown]
  • Sobralia macrantha alba (Lindl.) M.Wolff & O.Gruss [unknown]
  • Cattleya macrantha Beer [unknown]

Description

Sobralia macrantha (also called Large-flowered Sobralia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests, at elevations of 500 to 1500 meters. It has a single, large, white flower with a yellow lip and a long, thin stem.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia macrantha is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sobralia macrantha var. macrantha

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia macrantha is a white to pale yellow, tubular flower with a yellow-green throat. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedling is a small, dark green plant with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia macrantha is a large, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It is best grown in full sun and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Sobralia macrantha

Sobralia macrantha is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 1000-2000m. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers.

Sobralia macrantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia macrantha?

Sobralia macrantha

What is the common name of Sobralia macrantha?

Large-flowered Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia macrantha?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-192690: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.