Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
standleyi
ID:
727929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mathias & W.L.Theob.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 33: 100 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000727262



Common Names

  • Hyperbaena standleyi
  • Standley's Hyperbaena
  • Standley's Lily


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Description

Hyperbaena standleyi (also called Standley's Hyperbaena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in a variety of habitats, from grasslands to woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hyperbaena standleyi is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a medicinal herb in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hyperbaena standleyi has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow-green fruits. The fruits contain several seeds, which are black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hyperbaena standleyi is a terrestrial orchid that grows in sandy soils in open forests and woodlands. It is best propagated by division, as the seedlings are slow to develop. Division should be done in the spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining, sandy soil mix, and kept moist until they are established.

Where to Find Hyperbaena standleyi

Hyperbaena standleyi is native to Central America. It can be found in the moist forests of the region.

Hyperbaena standleyi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hyperbaena standleyi?

Hyperbaena standleyi

What is the common name of Hyperbaena standleyi?

Standley's Hyperbaena

What is the natural habitat of Hyperbaena standleyi?

Grassland and open woodland

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2857614: Based on the initial data import
Mildred Esther Mathias (1906-1995): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mathias' in the authors string.
William Louis Theobald (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Theob.' in the authors string.