Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dioscoreales
Species:
borneensis
ID:
562199

Status:
valid

Authors:
Oliv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 24: t. 2328 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561531



Common Names

  • Stenomeris borneensis
  • Borneensis Stenomeris
  • Borneensis Orchid


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Description

Stenomeris borneensis (also called Borneo Stenomeris, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polygalaceae. It is a small shrub with white flowers and is native to Borneo. It grows in lowland and montane forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stenomeris borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and can be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenomeris borneensis is a small, white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with a yellow or greenish-yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenomeris borneensis can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Stenomeris borneensis

Stenomeris borneensis is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Stenomeris borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenomeris borneensis?

Stenomeris borneensis

What is the common name of Stenomeris borneensis?

Borneensis Stenomeris

What is the natural habitat of Stenomeris borneensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Stenomeris genus

Species in the Dioscoreaceae family

Dioscorea abysmophila, Dioscorea abyssinica, Dioscorea acanthogene, Dioscorea acerifolia, Dioscorea acuminata, Dioscorea adenantha, Dioscorea aesculifolia, Dioscorea aguilarii, Dioscorea alata, Dioscorea alatipes, Dioscorea althaeoides, Dioscorea amaranthoides, Dioscorea amazonum, Dioscorea amoena, Dioscorea analalavensis, Dioscorea ancachsensis, Dioscorea andina, Dioscorea andromedusae, Dioscorea anomala, Dioscorea antaly, Dioscorea antucoana, Dioscorea arachidna, Dioscorea araucana, Dioscorea arcuatinervis, Dioscorea argyrogyna, Dioscorea arifolia, Dioscorea aristolochiifolia, Dioscorea asclepiadea, Dioscorea aspera, Dioscorea aspersa, Dioscorea asperula, Dioscorea asteriscus, Dioscorea atrescens, Dioscorea auriculata, Dioscorea bahiensis, Dioscorea balcanica, Dioscorea bancana, Dioscorea banzhuana, Dioscorea bartlettii, Dioscorea basiclavicaulis, Dioscorea baya, Dioscorea beecheyi, Dioscorea belophylla, Dioscorea bemandry, Dioscorea bemarivensis, Dioscorea benthamii, Dioscorea berenicea, Dioscorea bermejensis, Dioscorea bernoulliana, Dioscorea besseriana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-267133: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.