Stereochilus hirtus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hirtus
ID:
317412
Status:
valid
Authors:
Lindl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 3: 38 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316744
Common Names
- Stereochilus hirtus
- Hirtus Stereochilus
- Stereochilus Hirtus
Searching for Stereochilus hirtus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Sarcanthus hirtus (Lindl.) J.J.Sm. [unknown]
- Sarcochilus hirtus (Lindl.) Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Stereochilus hirtus (also called 'Hairy Stereochilus', among many other common names) is a small shrub up to 1 m tall, native to Southeast Asia. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stereochilus hirtus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stereochilus hirtus 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.
Searching for Stereochilus hirtus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stereochilus hirtus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It is best to divide the clumps when they are dormant.
Where to Find Stereochilus hirtus
Stereochilus hirtus is native to tropical Africa and Madagascar.
Stereochilus hirtus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stereochilus hirtus?
Stereochilus hirtus
What is the common name of Stereochilus hirtus?
Hairy Stereochilus
Where is Stereochilus hirtus found?
Stereochilus hirtus is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America
Species in the Stereochilus genus
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-197685: Based on the initial data import
John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.