Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
strempelioides
ID:
317878

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Index Kew. 2: 1003 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317210



Common Names

  • Strempeliopsis strempelioides
  • Strempelioides Strempeliopsis
  • Strempeliopsis's Strempelioides


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Synonyms

  • Rauvolfia strempelioides Griseb. [unknown]
  • Strempeliopsis benthamii Baill. [unknown]
  • Strempeliopsis cubensis M.Gómez [unknown]

Description

Strempeliopsis strempelioides (also called Strempeliopsis, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,400 m. It is a small epiphyte with a creeping rhizome, and long, thin, wiry roots.

Uses & Benefits

Strempeliopsis strempelioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Strempeliopsis strempelioides is a yellowish-green color, with 5 petals and 5 sepals. The seed is small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strempeliopsis strempelioides is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun, but can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Strempeliopsis strempelioides

Strempeliopsis strempelioides can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Ecuador.

Strempeliopsis strempelioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strempeliopsis strempelioides?

Strempeliopsis strempelioides

What is the family of Strempeliopsis strempelioides?

Gesneriaceae

What is the habitat of Strempeliopsis strempelioides?

Tropical forests

Species in the Strempeliopsis genus

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-198155: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.