Selenipedium steyermarkii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
steyermarkii
ID:
309908
Status:
valid
Authors:
Foldats
Source:
wcs
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Venez. Ci. Nat. 22: 253 (1961)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309240
Common Names
- Selenipedium steyermarkii
- Steyermarkii Selenipedium
- Steyermarkii Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Selenipedium steyermarkii (also called Steyermark's Selenipedium, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Selenipedium steyermarkii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and fruits. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, wounds and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Selenipedium steyermarkii are small and yellow with a white centre. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Selenipedium steyermarkii can be propagated by division or by seed. The plant should be grown in a sunny location in well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.
Where to Find Selenipedium steyermarkii
Selenipedium steyermarkii can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
Selenipedium steyermarkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Selenipedium steyermarkii?
Selenipedium steyermarkii
What is the family of Selenipedium steyermarkii?
Orchidaceae
Where is Selenipedium steyermarkii native to?
Venezuela
Species in the Selenipedium genus
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-190462: Based on the initial data import
Ernesto Foldats (1925-2003): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Foldats' in the authors string.