Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
austrocompactum
ID:
801214

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenson

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
J. Orchideenfr. 12: 16 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800548



Common Names

  • Southern Compact Stenorrhynchos
  • Stenorrhynchos
  • Austrocompactum


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Description

Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum (also called the Compact South American Stenorrhynchos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.5 - 1.5 m. It is native to South America, where it is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum 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 Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum

Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum is native to Mexico and is found in the Sierra Madre Oriental pine-oak forests ecoregion.

Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum?

Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum

What is the common name of Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum?

Austrocompact Stenorrhynchos

What is the natural habitat of Stenorrhynchos austrocompactum?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-338987: Based on the initial data import
Eric A. Christenson (1956-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenson' in the authors string.