Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
hondurensis
ID:
434465

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 24: 98 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433797



Common Names

  • Stenostephanus Hondurensis
  • Honduran Stenostephanus
  • Hondurensis Stenostephanus


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Description

Stenostephanus hondurensis (also called Stenostephanus hondurensis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a terrestrial herb with an erect stem and ovate leaves. The flowers are yellowish-green and have a white lip.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus hondurensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenostephanus hondurensis is a white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, light brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin, with two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus hondurensis is a terrestrial orchid that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to keep the soil slightly moist. It should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stenostephanus hondurensis

Stenostephanus hondurensis is native to Central America.

Stenostephanus hondurensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus hondurensis?

Stenostephanus hondurensis

What is the family of Stenostephanus hondurensis?

Orchidaceae

What is the distribution of Stenostephanus hondurensis?

Central America and northern South America

Species in the Stenostephanus genus

Stenostephanus sprucei, Stenostephanus sessilifolius, Stenostephanus silvaticus, Stenostephanus sanguineus, Stenostephanus lasiostachyus, Stenostephanus hondurensis, Stenostephanus wallnoeferi, Stenostephanus aglaus, Stenostephanus ampelinus, Stenostephanus atropurpureus, Stenostephanus charien, Stenostephanus charitopes, Stenostephanus cleefii, Stenostephanus cuatrecasasii, Stenostephanus cyaneus, Stenostephanus diversicolor, Stenostephanus enarthrocoma, Stenostephanus floriferus, Stenostephanus hispidulus, Stenostephanus kirkbridei, Stenostephanus lamprus, Stenostephanus latifolius, Stenostephanus leonardianus, Stenostephanus macrochilus, Stenostephanus macrolobus, Stenostephanus magdalenensis, Stenostephanus maximus, Stenostephanus pilosus, Stenostephanus putumayensis, Stenostephanus pycnostachys, Stenostephanus racemosus, Stenostephanus reflexiflorus, Stenostephanus scolnikae, Stenostephanus syscius, Stenostephanus tachirensis, Stenostephanus xanthothrix, Stenostephanus zuliensis, Stenostephanus ruberrimus, Stenostephanus puberulus, Stenostephanus longistaminus, Stenostephanus breedlovei, Stenostephanus chiapensis, Stenostephanus gracilis, Stenostephanus purpusii, Stenostephanus tacanensis, Stenostephanus latilabris, Stenostephanus monolophus, Stenostephanus asplundii, Stenostephanus jamesonii, Stenostephanus laxus,

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.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.