Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
stereophylla
ID:
350674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) Summerh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1949

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 4: 430 (1949)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000350006



Common Names

  • Bonatea Stereophylla
  • Stereophylla Bonatea
  • Bonatea Bonatea


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Synonyms

  • Habenaria polychlamys Schltr. [unknown]
  • Habenaria stereophylla Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Bonatea stereophylla (also called Stiff-leaved Bonatea, among many other common names) is an orchid species of the Orchidaceae family. It is native to South Africa and grows in grasslands, open woodlands, and along rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Bonatea stereophylla is a perennial herb used in traditional African medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its showy flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bonatea stereophylla is a small, greenish-brown spikelet with a single stamen. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are slender with a single, upright stem and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bonatea stereophylla is a perennial orchid that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist soils and partial shade, and can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Bonatea stereophylla

Bonatea stereophylla can be found in South Africa.

Bonatea stereophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bonatea stereophylla?

Bonatea stereophylla

What is the family of Bonatea stereophylla?

Orchidaceae

What is the common name of Bonatea stereophylla?

Stiff Bonatea

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-22972: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Victor Samuel Summerhayes (1897-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Summerh.' in the authors string.