Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
speciosum
ID:
317216

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jacq.) Rich.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
De Orchid. Eur. : 37 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316548



Common Names

  • Stenorrhynchos speciosum
  • Showy Stenorrhynchos
  • Showy Stenorrhynchos Plant


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Synonyms

  • Ibidium coloratum House [unknown]
  • Ibidium speciosum (Jacq.) Salisb. [unknown]
  • Neottia speciosa Jacq. [unknown]
  • Serapias speciosa (Jacq.) J.F.Gmel. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes colorans Hemsl. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes colorata N.E.Br. [illegitimate]
  • Spiranthes nutans (Kunth & C.D.Bouché) Garay & Dunst. [unknown]
  • Spiranthes speciosa (Jacq.) A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos millei Schltr. [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos nutans Kunth & C.D.Bouché [unknown]
  • Stenorrhynchos speciosum nutans (Kunth & C.D.Bouché) Szlach. [unknown]
  • Gyrostachys speciosa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Stenorrhynchos speciosum (also called 'Beautiful Stenorrhynchos', among many other common names) is a species of bivalve mollusk in the family Cardiidae. It is native to the Indo-Pacific region, and is found in shallow waters, usually in sandy or muddy substrates.

Uses & Benefits

Stenorrhynchos speciosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenorrhynchos speciosum is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, green, and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenorrhynchos speciosum can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require bright light and warm temperatures.

Where to Find Stenorrhynchos speciosum

Stenorrhynchos speciosum is native to Central and South America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Stenorrhynchos speciosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenorrhynchos speciosum?

Stenorrhynchos speciosum

What is the natural habitat of Stenorrhynchos speciosum?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Stenorrhynchos speciosum?

Up to 10 cm in height

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

Louis Claude Richard (1754-1821): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rich.' in the authors string.
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:659300-1: Based on the initial data import