Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
argentinus
ID:
1089316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 24: 339. 1879

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001088654



Common Names

  • Stenorrhynchos Argentinus
  • Argentine Stenorrhynchos
  • Argentinus Stenorrhynchos


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Description

Stenorrhynchos argentinus (also called Argentine Stenorrhynchos, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to Argentina. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in humid, shady forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stenorrhynchos argentinus is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used as a source of fuelwood and for making furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenorrhynchos argentinus is yellow and star-shaped, with a white lip. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a small root system.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenorrhynchos argentinus is an epiphytic orchid native to Argentina. It can be grown in a pot or mounted on a slab. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Stenorrhynchos argentinus

Stenorrhynchos argentinus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil and Argentina.

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,

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