Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
wurdackii
ID:
1325068

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Morillo) Liede & Meve

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 79 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337522



Common Names

  • Scyphostelma wurdackii
  • Wurdack's Scyphostelma
  • Wurdack's Fern


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Description

Scyphostelma wurdackii (also called 'Wurdack's Scyphostelma', among many other common names) is a small, perennial, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers dry, sunny locations and is often found in rocky areas, scrubland, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scyphostelma wurdackii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scyphostelma wurdackii has yellow flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scyphostelma wurdackii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings. It prefers a warm and humid climate and should be grown in a well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months. Pruning should be done to maintain the desired shape and size of the plant.

Where to Find Scyphostelma wurdackii

Scyphostelma wurdackii is native to the tropical regions of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest and other tropical regions of the continent.

Scyphostelma wurdackii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scyphostelma wurdackii?

Scyphostelma wurdackii

What are the common names of Scyphostelma wurdackii?

None

Where is Scyphostelma wurdackii found?

It is found in Colombia

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Gilberto N. Morillo (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Morillo' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.