Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
aquamarinus
ID:
1332631

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.S.Rob. & Gironella

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 252: 103 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345085





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Description

Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus (also called Aquamarine Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, where it is found in moist habitats such as marshes, swamps, and wet meadows. It has small, oval leaves and blue flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus is a small, yellow-green or white flower with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green and have a single, upright stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus can be propagated from seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. The divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Both seed and divisions should be kept in a warm, sunny spot.

Where to Find Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus

Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus is native to the Philippines and can be found in Palawan.

Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus FAQ

What is the common name of Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus?

Aquamarinus Stigmatodactylus

What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus?

Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus

What is the natural habitat of Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Stigmatodactylus 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

Alastair Robinson (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.Rob.' in the authors string.
Elizabeth P. Gironella: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gironella' in the authors string.