Sarcoglottis

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Sarcoglottis

Description Sarcoglottis is a genus of orchids with over 40 species, native to Central and South America. The name “Sarcoglottis” comes from the Greek words “sarx” meaning flesh and “glotta” meaning tongue, referring to the fleshy lip of the flower. These orchids are epiphytic, which means they grow on the surface of other plants, and can also be lithophytic, growing…