Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
macrobotrya
ID:
1329170

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kurz) T.F.Daniel & McDade

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Aliso 32: 38 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341624



Common Names

  • Staurogyne Macrobotrya
  • Macrobotrya Staurogyne
  • Macrobotrya Large-Clustered Staurogyne


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Description

Staurogyne macrobotrya (also called 'Macrobotrya Staurogyne', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and a single flower with a white lip and yellow petals. It grows in humid forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Staurogyne macrobotrya is used in traditional Indian medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Staurogyne macrobotrya is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and round, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staurogyne macrobotrya is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that reaches up to 8 inches in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by stem cuttings or division. Stem cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Staurogyne macrobotrya

Staurogyne macrobotrya is native to Central and South America.

Staurogyne macrobotrya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staurogyne macrobotrya?

Staurogyne macrobotrya

What type of plant is Staurogyne macrobotrya?

Aquatic

What is the optimal temperature for Staurogyne macrobotrya?

18-25°C

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,

References

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.
Lucinda A. McDade (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McDade' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145236-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.