Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
maculata
ID:
312084

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dalzell) C.J.Saldanha

Source:
wcs

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 71: 74 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311416



Common Names

  • Maculata Smithsonia
  • Spotted Smithsonia
  • Spotted Waxflower


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Synonyms

  • Loxoma maculatum (Dalzell) Garay [unknown]
  • Loxomorchis maculata (Dalzell) Rauschert [unknown]
  • Micropera maculata Dalzell [unknown]
  • Saccolabium maculatum (Dalzell) Hook.f. [unknown]
  • Sarcochilus maculatus (Dalzell) Benth. ex Pfitzer [unknown]
  • Gastrochilus maculatus (Dalzell) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Smithsonia maculata (also called Smithsonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a shrub with opposite, ovate-lanceolate leaves and white flowers with yellow throats. It is native to the Andes of Colombia and Ecuador, and is found in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Smithsonia maculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Smithsonia maculata is white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Smithsonia maculata 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 Smithsonia maculata

Smithsonia maculata can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Smithsonia maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Smithsonia maculata?

Smithsonia maculata

What is the common name of Smithsonia maculata?

Spotted Smithsonia

What is the natural habitat of Smithsonia maculata?

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-192586: Based on the initial data import
Nicol Alexander Dalzell (1817-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dalzell' in the authors string.
Cecil John Saldanha (1926-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.J.Saldanha' in the authors string.