Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rupestris
ID:
312069

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 28: 360 (1980 publ. 1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311401

Common Names

  • Rupestris Skeptrostachys
  • Rock Skeptrostachys
  • Rock Waxflower

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Synonyms

  • Spiranthes rupestris Lindl. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos rupestre (Lindl.) Cogn. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes rupestris parviflora Cogn. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys rupestris Kuntze [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos rupestris (Lindl.) Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Skeptrostachys rupestris (also called False Nettle, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Americas. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It prefers moist and shady habitats, such as woodlands and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Skeptrostachys rupestris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Skeptrostachys rupestris is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Skeptrostachys rupestris is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Skeptrostachys rupestris

Skeptrostachys rupestris can be found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Skeptrostachys rupestris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Skeptrostachys rupestris?

Skeptrostachys rupestris

What is the common name of Skeptrostachys rupestris?

Rock Skeptrostachys

What is the natural habitat of Skeptrostachys rupestris?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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-192563: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.