Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
longispicatum
ID:
558439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Suksathan & Borchs.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 33: 404 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557771



Common Names

  • Longispicatum Stachyphrynium
  • Long-spiked False Hellebore
  • Long-spiked Veratrum


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Description

Stachyphrynium longispicatum (also called 'Long-spiked Arrowroot' and 'Long-spiked Arrowleaf', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Asia. It has large, arrow-shaped leaves with white veins and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Stachyphrynium longispicatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract pollinators, such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stachyphrynium longispicatum flowers are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachyphrynium longispicatum is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit. It grows best in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is best done by semi-hardwood cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. It can also be propagated from seed, but this is a slow process.

Where to Find Stachyphrynium longispicatum

Stachyphrynium longispicatum can be found in the dry forests of Mexico.

Stachyphrynium longispicatum FAQ

What is the best soil for Stachyphrynium longispicatum?

Stachyphrynium longispicatum prefers a well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

What is the optimal temperature for Stachyphrynium longispicatum?

Stachyphrynium longispicatum prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C).

What is the best light for Stachyphrynium longispicatum?

Stachyphrynium longispicatum prefers bright, indirect light.

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266710: Based on the initial data import
Piyakaset Suksathan (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Suksathan' in the authors string.
Finn Borchsenius (b.1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borchs.' in the authors string.