Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Presl) D.M.Bates
Source:
cmp
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 320 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561282
Common Names
- Bastardiastrum Hirsutiflorum
- Hirsutiflorum Bastardiastrum
- Hirsutiflorum
Synonyms
- Bastardia hirsutiflora C.Presl [unknown]
- Bastardia hirsutissima Walp. [unknown]
- Wissadula hirsutiflora Rose [unknown]
Description
Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum (also called Hairy Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a short stem. The flowers are white and have a yellowish-green center. It grows in wet forests, usually in the canopy of trees.
Uses & Benefits
Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum is small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum
Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum?
Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum
What are the common names of Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum?
Hairy-flowered Bastardia
What is the origin of Bastardiastrum hirsutiflorum?
South America
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