Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
macloughlinii
ID:
562196

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) G.McDonald ex J.M.H.Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Orchid Rev. 111: 79 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561528



Common Names

  • Stenoglottis macloughlinii
  • Macloughlinii Stenoglottis
  • Macloughlinii Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Cynorkis macloughlinii L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Stenoglottis macloughlinii (also called MacLoughlin's Stenoglottis, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small, epiphytic orchid with a single, thin, cylindrical pseudobulb and a single, thin, linear leaf. It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady forests at elevations of 500 to 1000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Stenoglottis macloughlinii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge plant, and can be used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenoglottis macloughlinii is a small, white or pinkish-white, star-shaped flower with a yellow or greenish-yellow labellum. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenoglottis macloughlinii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of indirect light.

Where to Find Stenoglottis macloughlinii

Stenoglottis macloughlinii is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Stenoglottis macloughlinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenoglottis macloughlinii?

Stenoglottis macloughlinii

What is the common name of Stenoglottis macloughlinii?

Macloughlinii Stenoglottis

What is the natural habitat of Stenoglottis macloughlinii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane 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

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Julian Mark Hugh Shaw (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.H.Shaw' in the authors string.
Gavin McDonald: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.McDonald' in the authors string.