Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
elegans
ID:
555800

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.-F.Leroy & Lescot

Source:
cmp

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 18: 33 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555132



Common Names

  • Astrotrichilia elegans
  • Elegant Star Orchid
  • Star Orchid


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Description

Astrotrichilia elegans (also called Elegant Star-hair, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama. It has a creeping rhizome with small, ovate to oblong leaves and small, star-shaped flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas on branches and trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Astrotrichilia elegans is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astrotrichilia elegans is white and tubular, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrotrichilia elegans is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Astrotrichilia elegans

Astrotrichilia elegans is native to the tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands.

Astrotrichilia elegans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrotrichilia elegans?

Astrotrichilia elegans

What is the common name of Astrotrichilia elegans?

Elegant Astrotrichilia

What is the natural habitat of Astrotrichilia elegans?

Astrotrichilia elegans is native to the Mexican states of Coahuila, Nuevo León, San Luis Potosí, and Tamaulipas.

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664266: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Michèle Lescot (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lescot' in the authors string.