Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Clarke ex Bremek.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1955
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 3: 228 (1955)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433574
Common Names
- Staurogyne burbidgei
- Burbidge's Staurogyne
- Staurogyne Repens
Description
Staurogyne burbidgei (also called Burbidge's Staurogyne, among many other common names) is a small, low-growing, creeping plant with small, oval leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in shallow water, usually in slow-moving streams and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Staurogyne burbidgei is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and is known for its ability to absorb toxins from the water.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Staurogyne burbidgei are small and white in color. They have four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staurogyne burbidgei is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Staurogyne burbidgei
Staurogyne burbidgei can be found in South America, Africa, and India.
Staurogyne burbidgei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staurogyne burbidgei?
Staurogyne burbidgei
What type of plant is Staurogyne burbidgei?
Aquatic plant
Where is Staurogyne burbidgei found?
India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Staurogyne genus
Staurogyne elegans,
Staurogyne elongata,
Staurogyne euryphylla,
Staurogyne expansa,
Staurogyne filipes,
Staurogyne ciliata,
Staurogyne comosa,
Staurogyne condensata,
Staurogyne dispar,
Staurogyne cuneata,
Staurogyne dasyphylla,
Staurogyne densifolia,
Staurogyne gracilis,
Staurogyne coriacea,
Staurogyne glutinosa,
Staurogyne inaequalis,
Staurogyne incana,
Staurogyne itatiaiae,
Staurogyne grandiflora,
Staurogyne griffithiana,
Staurogyne havilandii,
Staurogyne helferi,
Staurogyne humifusa,
Staurogyne citrina,
Staurogyne bullata,
Staurogyne bella,
Staurogyne burbidgei,
Staurogyne cambodiana,
Staurogyne capillipes,
Staurogyne brevicaulis,
Staurogyne aristata,
Staurogyne amboinica,
Staurogyne amoena,
Staurogyne anomala,
Staurogyne arcuata,
Staurogyne beddomei,
Staurogyne batuensis,
Staurogyne athroantha,
Staurogyne atropurpurea,
Staurogyne axillaris,
Staurogyne balansae,
Staurogyne argentea,
Staurogyne jaherii,
Staurogyne spraguei,
Staurogyne trinitensia,
Staurogyne subcordata,
Staurogyne spatulata,
Staurogyne subglabra,
Staurogyne subrosulata,
Staurogyne sundana,
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,