Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
ruparupaensis
ID:
312239

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Icon. Orchid. Peruv. : t. 763 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311571

Common Names

  • Ruparupaensis Sobralia
  • Ruparupaensis Orchid
  • Ruparupaensis Orchid-tree

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Description

Sobralia ruparupaensis (also called Rupa-Rupa Sobralia, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid species with a short stem and a single leaf. It is native to Costa Rica and Panama and is found in wet montane forests at elevations of 500 to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Sobralia ruparupaensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sobralia ruparupaensis is white, with a yellowish-green lip and a long spur. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, ovate leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sobralia ruparupaensis is a terrestrial orchid native to Costa Rica and Panama. It is a large plant with long, arching stems and large, showy flowers. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seed should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Sobralia ruparupaensis

Sobralia ruparupaensis is native to Central America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua.

Sobralia ruparupaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sobralia ruparupaensis?

Sobralia ruparupaensis

What is the common name of Sobralia ruparupaensis?

Ruparupa Sobralia

What is the natural habitat of Sobralia ruparupaensis?

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-192732: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.