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
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.
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 Scyphostelma genus
Scyphostelma granatensis,
Scyphostelma beckii,
Scyphostelma bifidum,
Scyphostelma brachyphyllum,
Scyphostelma carmenaemiliae,
Scyphostelma chimboracense,
Scyphostelma confusum,
Scyphostelma ecuadorense,
Scyphostelma filisepalum,
Scyphostelma harlingii,
Scyphostelma intricatum,
Scyphostelma isidrense,
Scyphostelma lechleri,
Scyphostelma longecalicinum,
Scyphostelma luteynii,
Scyphostelma microphyllum,
Scyphostelma nubicola,
Scyphostelma pichinchense,
Scyphostelma ruizteranii,
Scyphostelma serpyllifolium,
Scyphostelma siderocalyx,
Scyphostelma sodiroi,
Scyphostelma tenellum,
Scyphostelma trianae,
Scyphostelma velutinum,
Scyphostelma wurdackii,
Scyphostelma veleziae,
Scyphostelma rugosum,
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,