Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
stipulaceus
ID:
1044774

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lindau

Source:
tro

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 5: 658 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001044112



Common Names

  • Orophochilus stipulaceus
  • Stipulaceus Orophochilus
  • Stipulaceus Water-willow


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Description

Orophochilus stipulaceus (also called 'White-veined Jewel Orchid', among many other common names) is a terrestrial orchid species native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has a single, large, white-veined leaf and a single white flower with a yellow lip. It grows in shady, moist areas near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Orophochilus stipulaceus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orophochilus stipulaceus has white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orophochilus stipulaceus is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is drought tolerant and does not require much maintenance.

Where to Find Orophochilus stipulaceus

Orophochilus stipulaceus can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Species in the Orophochilus genus

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.