Cattleya Orchid Source

Schomburgkia Orchid Species

Schomburgkia

This genus was formerly combined with the genus Laelia and has many similarities in flower form to the latter. However, there are enough unique characteristics to warrant the creation of a separate genus. Twelve medium to large sized species grow on trees or rocks in their native habitat. Pseudobulbs are large and have two to three long, leathery leaves at the top. Flowers are borne in clusters at the end of long spikes and are showy. The bloom season is spring and summer. This species grows best mounted on wood plaques and needs high to very high light levels.

The most notable feature of the plants (beside the striking flowers) is that the large cylindrical pseudobulbs are hollow. Ants often take up residence in the hollows and act as a security force to protect the plant from potential predators.

The genus is named in honor of Sir Richard and Moritz Schomburgk who were botanists in Germany.

Schomburgkia Species Orchids

Alphabetical List

• Schomburgkia crispa
• Schomburgkia fimbriata
• Schomburgkia lyonsii
• Schomburgkia moyobambae
• Schomburgkia rosea
• Schomburgkia sawyeri
• Schomburgkia splendida
• Schomburgkia superbiens
• Schomburgkia undulata
• Schomburgkia wallisii
• Schomburgkia weberbaueriana

Last Updated 20 May 2008 - © 2006-2008

All images and information included within this site are copyright © John A. Denson unless otherwise noted. No reproduction is permitted in whole or in part without written permission from the site owner. Contact the Webmaster with any questions.