Status:
valid
Authors:
V.P.Castro & G.F.Carr
Source:
wcs
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Orchid Digest 69: 49 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800521
Common Names
- Bohnk's Stenia
- Stenia
- Bohnkiana Stenia
Description
Stenia bohnkiana (also called Bohnk's Stenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It has a rounded crown and its leaves are simple, opposite, and oblong-lanceolate. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist forests, woodlands, and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Stenia bohnkiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenia bohnkiana is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellowish-green labellum. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenia bohnkiana is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate moderate frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Stenia bohnkiana
Stenia bohnkiana is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Stenia bohnkiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenia bohnkiana?
Stenia bohnkiana
What is the common name of Stenia bohnkiana?
Bohnk's Stenia
What is the natural habitat of Stenia bohnkiana?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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,