Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
316876

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 5: 348 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316208

Common Names

  • Stenogyne angustifolia
  • Narrow-leaved Stenogyne
  • Narrowleaved Stenogyne

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Synonyms

  • Stenogyne angustifolia hillebrandii Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne angustifolia mauiensis Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne angustifolia meeboldii Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne angustifolia salicifolia Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne angustifolia spathulata Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne meeboldii (Sherff) H.St.John [unknown]

Description

Stenogyne angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Stenogyne, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenogyne angustifolia has been used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenogyne angustifolia has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenogyne angustifolia is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. To propagate, divide the rhizome or use seed.

Where to Find Stenogyne angustifolia

Stenogyne angustifolia is found in Hawaii.

Stenogyne angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenogyne angustifolia?

Stenogyne angustifolia

What is the common name of Stenogyne angustifolia?

Narrow-leaved Stenogyne

What is the natural habitat of Stenogyne angustifolia?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197155: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.