Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
spicatum
ID:
558515

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 46 (1902)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557847



Common Names

  • Spicatum Azalea
  • Spicatum Rhododendron
  • Spicatum Rosebay


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Synonyms

  • Halopegia cadelliana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Maranta caespitosa A.Dietr. [unknown]
  • Maranta spicata Thwaites [illegitimate]
  • Phrynium cadellianum King ex Baker [unknown]
  • Phrynium spicatum Roxb. [unknown]
  • Phrynium zeylanicum Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Phyllodes spicata Kuntze [unknown]
  • Stachyphrynium cadellianum (King ex Baker) N.P.Balakr. [unknown]
  • Stachyphrynium mekongense Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Stachyphrynium sinense H.Li [unknown]
  • Stachyphrynium tetranthum K.Larsen [unknown]
  • Stachyphrynium zeylanicum K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Stachyphrynium spicatum (also called 'Spiked Stachyphrynium', among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to East Asia, typically found in forests, woodlands, and mountain slopes. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are oval-shaped and have a glossy texture.

Uses & Benefits

Stachyphrynium spicatum is mainly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge or border plant. It is also used as a cut flower and in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stachyphrynium spicatum has white or pink flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachyphrynium spicatum is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 9 feet in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by cuttings taken in late summer or early fall. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be 8-10 inches long. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Stachyphrynium spicatum

Stachyphrynium spicatum can be found in the wild in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Stachyphrynium spicatum FAQ

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What type of soil does Stachyphrynium spicatum prefer?

Stachyphrynium spicatum prefers moist, well-drained soil.

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,

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