Sauroglossum organense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
organense
ID:
305625
Status:
valid
Authors:
Szlach.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 47: 177 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000304957
Common Names
- Sauroglossum Organense
- Organ Orchid
- Organ Sauroglossum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sauroglossum organense (also called Organ Mountain Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras. 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
Sauroglossum organense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sauroglossum organense has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sauroglossum organense is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Sauroglossum organense
Sauroglossum organense is native to Central America.
Sauroglossum organense FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Sauroglossum organense?
It is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia and Ecuador.
What is the flower color of Sauroglossum organense?
The flowers are yellow or orange.
What is the flowering period of Sauroglossum organense?
It blooms from April to May.
Species in the Sauroglossum genus
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-186361: Based on the initial data import
Dariusz Szlachetko (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Szlach.' in the authors string.