Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
colombiana
ID:
317386

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 199 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316718



Common Names

  • Stephanothelys colombiana
  • Colombian Stephanothelys
  • Colombian Leatherwood


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Synonyms

  • Erythrodes colombiana (Garay) P.Ortiz [unknown]
  • Aspidogyne colombiana (Garay) Ormerod [unknown]

Description

Stephanothelys colombiana (also called Colombian Stephanothelys, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Colombia. It grows in dry areas and can reach up to 2 m in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stephanothelys colombiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stephanothelys colombiana is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephanothelys colombiana can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types, from acidic to alkaline, and can be grown in containers. It is drought tolerant and can withstand temperatures as low as -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Stephanothelys colombiana

Stephanothelys colombiana is native to Colombia and Venezuela.

Stephanothelys colombiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanothelys colombiana?

Stephanothelys colombiana

What is the natural habitat of Stephanothelys colombiana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Stephanothelys colombiana?

Up to 22 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,

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