Stenia angustilabia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustilabia
ID:
316752
Status:
valid
Authors:
D.E.Benn. & Christenson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 13(2): 88 (1998).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316084
Common Names
- Stenia angustilabia
- Angustilabia Stenia
- Stenia Angustilab
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenia angustilabia (also called Narrow-lipped Stenia, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid species native to Central and South America. It has an upright habit and produces small, white flowers with yellow and purple markings. It is found in humid forests, often growing on tree trunks or branches.
Uses & Benefits
Stenia angustilabia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenia angustilabia is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenia angustilabia is an epiphytic orchid that can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab of tree fern. It requires bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist and warm until germination.
Where to Find Stenia angustilabia
Stenia angustilabia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Stenia angustilabia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenia angustilabia?
Stenia angustilabia
What type of plant is Stenia angustilabia?
Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Stenia angustilabia?
Tropical and subtropical forests
Species in the Stenia genus
Stenia angustilabia, Stenia aurorae, Stenia bismarckii, Stenia calceolaris, Stenia christensonii, Stenia glatzii, Stenia guttata, Stenia jarae, Stenia lillianae, Stenia luerorum, Stenia nataliana, Stenia pallida, Stenia pastorellii, Stenia pustulosa, Stenia saccata, Stenia stenioides, Stenia vasquezii, Stenia wendiae, Stenia uribei, Stenia bohnkiana, Stenia falcata, Stenia dodsoniana,
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-197038: Based on the initial data import
David E. Bennett (1923-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.E.Benn.' in the authors string.
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.