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Description
Sacoila Argentina, also known as Argentine Sacoila, is a species of orchid native to Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in shady, humid forests, and can reach up to 50cm in height. The plant has a single stem with a few leaves and a terminal inflorescence. Its flowers are small, yellow-green, and fragrant.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Sacoila |
Appearance
The Sacoila Argentina has a single stem with a few leaves that measure up to 10cm long and 2cm wide. The leaves are elliptic-lanceolate, light green, and have a smooth texture. The plant has a terminal inflorescence that bears 10 to 20 small flowers. The flowers are yellow-green with a fragrant smell and measure up to 1cm in diameter. The sepals and petals are similar in shape and color and form a hood over the column. The lip is trilobed, yellow, and has red spots near the base.
Care Guide
To care for Sacoila Argentina, provide it with humid, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant prefers partial shade to full shade and requires protection from direct sunlight. Water the plant regularly during the growing season, but be careful not to overwater it. Fertilize the plant every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. The plant is hardy to USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Sacoila Argentina is susceptible to root rot if overwatered. It can also be affected by fungal diseases such as black spot and powdery mildew. Common pests that infest the plant include spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects.
Habitat
The Sacoila Argentina is native to the humid forests of Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil. It grows in the understory of forests and prefers shaded areas with high humidity.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water my Sacoila Argentina?
A: Water the plant regularly during the growing season, but be careful not to overwater it.
Q: What fertilizer should I use for my Sacoila Argentina?
A: Use a balanced fertilizer and apply it every two weeks during the growing season.
Q: What pests and diseases commonly affect Sacoila Argentina?
A: The plant can be affected by root rot, black spot, powdery mildew, spider mites, mealybugs, and scale insects.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Sacoila Argentina?
A: The plant is hardy to USDA zones 9-11.
Related Plants
- Sacoila lanceolata
- Sacoila squamulosa
- Sacoila tridentata
References
- https://www.gbif.org/species/3978369
- https://www.orchidspecies.com/sacoilaargentina.htm
- https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/21108/Sacoila-argentina/Details
