Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
ecuadorana
ID:
317068

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dodson & C.A.Vargas

Source:
wcs

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 21: 51 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316400



Common Names

  • Ecuadorana Stenoptera
  • Stenoptera
  • Ecuadorana


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Description

Stenoptera ecuadorana (also called Ecuadorian Stenoptera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenoptera ecuadorana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenoptera ecuadorana is a small, white, tubular flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenoptera ecuadorana is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination, which usually takes place within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Stenoptera ecuadorana

Stenoptera ecuadorana is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.

Stenoptera ecuadorana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenoptera ecuadorana?

Stenoptera ecuadorana

What is the common name of Stenoptera ecuadorana?

Hawaiian Sandalwood

What is the natural habitat of Stenoptera ecuadorana?

Dry forests and shrublands

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-197341: Based on the initial data import
Calaway H. Dodson (1928-2020): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dodson' in the authors string.
Carlos A. Vargas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.A.Vargas' in the authors string.