Status:
valid
Authors:
Di Antonio & Veya
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Candollea 56: 204 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000408364
Common Names
- Epipactis stellifera
- Stellifera Epipactis
- Epipactis
Description
Epipactis stellifera (also called Starry Helleborine, among many other common names) is an evergreen herb that is native to Europe and Asia. It has glossy, leathery leaves and clusters of white flowers. It grows in moist, acidic soils in woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Epipactis stellifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization. The leaves are used to make a tea that is believed to have medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Epipactis stellifera has white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Epipactis stellifera is a tropical, evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and warm until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Epipactis stellifera
Epipactis stellifera is native to the Mediterranean region.
Epipactis stellifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Epipactis stellifera?
Epipactis stellifera
What is the common name of Epipactis stellifera?
Star-flowered Epipactis
What is the family of Epipactis stellifera?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Epipactis genus
Epipactis humilior,
Epipactis nicolosii,
Epipactis nordeniorum,
Epipactis stellifera,
Epipactis exilis,
Epipactis robatschii,
Epipactis alatus,
Epipactis rivularis,
Epipactis autumnalis,
Epipactis ioessa,
Epipactis hanseniorum,
Epipactis africana,
Epipactis albensis,
Epipactis atromarginata,
Epipactis atrorubens,
Epipactis barlae,
Epipactis barreana,
Epipactis breinerorum,
Epipactis bruxellensis,
Epipactis bugacensis,
Epipactis cardonneae,
Epipactis condensata,
Epipactis conquensis,
Epipactis dunensis,
Epipactis fageticola,
Epipactis flaminia,
Epipactis flava,
Epipactis gerbaudiorum,
Epipactis gevaudanii,
Epipactis gigantea,
Epipactis graberi,
Epipactis greuteri,
Epipactis guegelii,
Epipactis helleborine,
Epipactis heterogama,
Epipactis kleinii,
Epipactis leptochila,
Epipactis liestalensis,
Epipactis lusitanica,
Epipactis mairei,
Epipactis meridionalis,
Epipactis microphylla,
Epipactis muelleri,
Epipactis ohwii,
Epipactis olympica,
Epipactis palustris,
Epipactis papillosa,
Epipactis persica,
Epipactis phyllanthes,
Epipactis placentina,
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
Marc Di Antonio: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Di Antonio' in the authors string.
Patrick Veya: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Veya' in the authors string.