Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ames) Mel.Fernández & Bogarín
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 340(2): 131. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001428717
Common Names
- Stellamaris pergrata
- Pergrata Stellamaris
- Stellamaris
Description
Stellamaris pergrata (also called Stellamaris pergrata, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has a simple inflorescence and grows in wet and marshy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stellamaris pergrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stellamaris pergrata are white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stellamaris pergrata is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-5 feet (1-1.5 m). It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or division. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Division can be done in spring or fall. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in the same soil.
Where to Find Stellamaris pergrata
Stellamaris pergrata is native to Colombia and can be found in wet forests and along streams.
Stellamaris pergrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stellamaris pergrata?
Stellamaris pergrata
Where is Stellamaris pergrata native to?
South America
What is the growth habit of Stellamaris pergrata?
It is an evergreen shrub with a spreading habit
Species in the Stellamaris 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
Melania Fernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mel.Fernández' in the authors string.