Family: Orchidaceae
Author: (Aubl.) Garay
Bibliography: Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28: 352 (1980 publ. 1982)
Year: 1982
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Sacoila
Vegetable: False
Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. America
Description
The Scarlet Beak Lady Orchid, scientifically known as Sacoila lanceolata, is an enchanting member of the Orchidaceae family, thriving predominantly in tropical and subtropical regions of America. This exquisite orchid is celebrated for its striking appearance, characterized by vivid crimson to deep scarlet hues, which bestow upon it an elegant and captivating allure.
First documented in a 1980 publication of the Botanical Museum Leaflets, the Scarlet Beak Lady Orchid owes its formal scientific acknowledgment to the work of the esteemed botanist Garay. The plant is typified by its slim, lance-shaped leaves, from which it derives its scientific name ‘lanceolata.’ These leaves gracefully support the delicate structure of the flower, which is meticulously designed to attract pollinators through both its vivid coloration and its enticing form.
One of the defining features of Sacoila lanceolata is its robust adaptability to various habitats within its native range. Whether nestled in the shaded understories of dense forests or basking in the filtered sunlight of open woodlands, this orchid demonstrates a remarkable resilience and versatility. Its ability to flourish in diverse environmental conditions has consequently made it a subject of intrigue and admiration among botanists and orchid enthusiasts alike.
In addition to its esthetic and ecological attributes, the Scarlet Beak Lady Orchid plays a role in its ecosystem by participating in specialized pollination mechanisms. These interactions with pollinators are critical not only for the perpetuation of the species but also for maintaining the intricate balance within their habitats.
Despite its visual appeal and ecological significance, the Scarlet Beak Lady Orchid faces challenges, as many orchid species do, from habitat loss and environmental changes. Conservation efforts are paramount to ensure the survival of this elegant species, safeguarding its beauty and ecological role for future generations to admire and study.
Endowed with both grace and resilience, Sacoila lanceolata epitomizes the delicate balance of nature’s artistry and adaptability, making the Scarlet Beak Lady Orchid a truly remarkable member of the botanical world.
Common Names
Eng: leafless beaked ladiestresses
En: Scarlet Beak Lady Orchid, Leafless beaked lady orchid, Leafless Beaked Ladiestresses
: Scarlet beak lady orchid
Synonyms
- Spiranthes jaliscana (S.Watson)
- Stenorrhynchos coccineum ((Vell.) Hoehne)
- Stenorrhynchos apetalum (Kraenzl.)
- Stenorrhynchos orchioides var. australe (Kraenzl.)
- Spiranthes lanceolata var. luteoalba ((Rchb.f.) Luer)
- Stenorrhynchos guatemalense (Schltr.)
- Serapias coccinea (Vell.)
- Pelexia tomentosa ((Vell.) Schltr.)
- Skeptrostachys sancti-jacobi ((Kraenzl.) Garay)
- Neottia aphylla (Hook.)
- Sacoila secundiflora ((Lillo & Hauman) Garay)
- Satyrium orchioides (Sw.)
- Spiranthes orchioides ((Sw.) A.Rich.)
- Gyrostachys stenorhynchus (Kuntze)
- Serapias neottia (J.F.Gmel.)
- Sacoila lanceolata var. luteoalba ((Rchb.f.) Sauleda, Wunderlin & B.F.Hansen)
- Stenorrhynchos orchioides ((Sw.) Rich.)
- Limodorum lanceolatum (Aubl.)
- Sacoila lanceolata var. paludicola ((Luer) Sauleda, Wunderlin & B.F.Hansen)
- Stenorrhynchos cinnabarinum var. luteoalbus ((Rchb.f.) W.J.Schrenk)
- Spiranthes lanceolata var. paludicola (Luer)
- Stenorrhynchos australe var. luteoalbum (Rchb.f.)
- Stenorrhynchos lanceolatum var. luteoalbum ((Rchb.f.) W.J.Schrenk)
- Gyrostachys aphylla ((Hook.) Kuntze)
- Gyrostachys lanceolata ((Aubl.) Kuntze)
- Sacoila paludicola ((Luer) P.M.Br.)
- Sacoila apetala ((Kraenzl.) Garay)
- Sacoila lanceolata f. luteoalba ((Rchb.f.) Meneguzzo)
- Stenorrhynchos jaliscanum ((S.Watson) Nash)
- Serapias aphylla (Vell.)
- Sacoila lanceolata f. albidaviridis (Catling & Sheviak)
- Spiranthes lanceolata ((Aubl.) León)
- Sacoila lanceolata var. australis ((Lindl.) Szlach.)
- Stenorrhynchos riograndense (Kraenzl.)
- Sacoila lurida (Raf.)
- Stenorrhynchos sancti-antonii (Kraenzl.)
- Sacoila riograndensis ((Kraenzl.) Garay)
- Stenorrhynchos lanceolatum var. paludicola ((Luer) W.J.Schrenk)
- Stenorrhynchos australe (Lindl.)
- Stenorrhynchos lanceolatum ((Aubl.) Rich.)
- Neottia orchioides ((Sw.) Sw.)
- Stenorrhynchos cinnabarinum var. paludicola ((Luer) W.J.Schrenk)
- Serapias tomentosa (Vell.)
- Ibidium crystalligerum (Salisb.)
- Gyrostachys orchioides ((Sw.) Kuntze)
- Stenorrhynchos orchioides var. plantagineum (Lindl.)
- Stenorrhynchos sancti-jacobi (Kraenzl.)
- Neottia lanceolata ((Aubl.) Willd.)
- Stenorrhynchos aphyllum ((Hook.) Sweet)
- Stenorrhynchos secundiflorum (Lillo & Hauman)
- Sacoila lanceolata var. secundiflora ((Lillo & Hauman) Szlach.)
- Pachygenium aphyllum ((Vell.) Szlach., R.González & Rutk.)
- Stenorrhynchos sancti-josephi (Kraenzl.)
Distribution
- Argentina Northeast (native)
- Argentina Northwest (native)
- Bahamas (native)
- Belize (native)
- Bolivia (native)
- Brazil North (native)
- Brazil Northeast (native)
- Brazil South (native)
- Brazil Southeast (native)
- Brazil West-Central (native)
- Colombia (native)
- Costa Rica (native)
- Cuba (native)
- Dominican Republic (native)
- Ecuador (native)
- El Salvador (native)
- Florida (native)
- French Guiana (native)
- Guatemala (native)
- Guyana (native)
- Haiti (native)
- Honduras (native)
- Jamaica (native)
- Leeward Is. (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Nicaragua (native)
- Panamá (native)
- Paraguay (native)
- Peru (native)
- Puerto Rico (native)
- Suriname (native)
- Trinidad-Tobago (native)
- Uruguay (native)
- Venezuela (native)
- Windward Is. (native)
Additional Images
Leaf
Taken May 18, 2020 by Carneiro Tiago (cc-by-sa)
Flower
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Taken Oct 14, 2021 by Lune Minerva (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 3, 2007 by EOL − Alex Popovkin (cc-by)
Taken Oct 26, 2020 by Alvaro (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 11, 2021 by Pazzini Shely (cc-by-sa)
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2808912)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:225153-2)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Sacoila lanceolata (Aubl.) Garay)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Forb/herb