Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
pachyglossa
ID:
561010

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindl.) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 16(4): 265 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000560342



Common Names

  • Stelis Pachyglossa
  • Pachyglossa Stelis
  • Stelis Pachyglossa Plant


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Synonyms

  • Humboltia conanthera Kuntze [unknown]
  • Humboltia pachyglossa (Lindl.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis conanthera Rchb.f. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis formosa Schltr. [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis pachyglossa Lindl. [unknown]
  • Dracontia pachyglossa (Lindl.) Luer [unknown]

Description

Stelis pachyglossa (also called Pachyglossa Stelis, among many other common names) is a small shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in open woodlands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Stelis pachyglossa is used as an ornamental plant, for hedging, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stelis pachyglossa has white or pink flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a rough surface. The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stelis pachyglossa is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Stelis pachyglossa

Stelis pachyglossa is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Stelis pachyglossa FAQ

What is the common name of Stelis pachyglossa?

Pachyglossa Stelis

What is the scientific name of Pachyglossa Stelis?

Stelis pachyglossa

What is the natural habitat of Stelis pachyglossa?

It is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar

Species in the Stelis genus

Stelis acostaei, Stelis acuifera, Stelis aemula, Stelis aeolica, Stelis affinis, Stelis alba, Stelis alfredii, Stelis allenii, Stelis amparoana, Stelis angustifolia, Stelis anolis, Stelis antennata, Stelis antioquiensis, Stelis aperta, Stelis aprica, Stelis aquinoana, Stelis argentata, Stelis ascendens, Stelis aspera, Stelis atra, Stelis atrorubens, Stelis atroviolacea, Stelis attenuata, Stelis aviceps, Stelis barbae, Stelis barbuda, Stelis bicallosa, Stelis bicornis, Stelis bigibba, Stelis binotii, Stelis biserrula, Stelis bogotensis, Stelis braccata, Stelis bracteata, Stelis bractescens, Stelis bradei, Stelis brenesii, Stelis brevilabris, Stelis brevis, Stelis brittoniana, Stelis butcheri, Stelis caespitosa, Stelis calceolaris, Stelis calothece, Stelis calotricha, Stelis campanulifera, Stelis campos-portoi, Stelis capillaris, Stelis carcharodonta, Stelis carnosiflora,

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-267001: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.