Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
adscendens
ID:
402142

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) R.M.Barker

Source:
ksu

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 9: 250 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401474



Common Names

  • Rostellularia Adscendens
  • Adscendens Star Orchid
  • Adscendens Orchid


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Description

Rostellularia adscendens (also called Ascending Rostellularia, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia, and grows in open grasslands, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Rostellularia adscendens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its showy, bell-shaped flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Rostellularia adscendens sub. dallachyi R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens sub. clementii (Domin) R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens sub. glaucoviolacea (Domin) R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens var. hispida (Domin) R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens var. juncea (R.Br.) R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens var. largiflorens R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens var. latifolia (Domin) R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens var. pogonanthera (F.Muell.) R.M.Barker
Rostellularia adscendens sub. adscendens

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Rostellularia adscendens is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rostellularia adscendens is a fast-growing, drought-tolerant perennial that can be propagated from stem cuttings or seeds. To propagate from stem cuttings, take a stem cutting of about 4-5 inches in length and remove the lower leaves. Allow the cutting to dry out for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Water sparingly and keep in bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Rostellularia adscendens

Rostellularia adscendens can be found in India, Nepal, and Bangladesh.

Rostellularia adscendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rostellularia adscendens?

Rostellularia adscendens

What type of plant is Rostellularia adscendens?

Herb

Where is Rostellularia adscendens native to?

East Africa

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Robyn Mary Barker (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Barker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:943320-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.