Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
rariflora
ID:
317387

Status:
valid

Authors:
Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Bradea 2: 200 (1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316719



Common Names

  • Stephanothelys rariflora
  • Rariflora Stephanothelys
  • Stephanothelys Rariflora


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Synonyms

  • Aspidogyne sparsiflora Ormerod [unknown]

Description

Stephanothelys rariflora (also called Rare-Flowered 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 rariflora 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 rariflora 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 rariflora 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 rariflora

Stephanothelys rariflora is native to Colombia and Venezuela.

Stephanothelys rariflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanothelys rariflora?

Stephanothelys rariflora

What is the natural habitat of Stephanothelys rariflora?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Stephanothelys rariflora?

Up to 25 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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