Status:
valid
Authors:
A.S.Rob. & Gironella
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 252: 103 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345085
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.
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
Stigmatodactylus celebicus,
Stigmatodactylus croftianus,
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae,
Stigmatodactylus javanicus,
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus,
Stigmatodactylus serratus,
Stigmatodactylus sikokianus,
Stigmatodactylus variegatus,
Stigmatodactylus vulcanicus,
Stigmatodactylus lamrii,
Stigmatodactylus dalagangpalawanicum,
Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus,
Stigmatodactylus richardianus,
Stigmatodactylus bracteatus,
Stigmatodactylus confusus,
Stigmatodactylus corniculatus,
Stigmatodactylus cymbalariifolius,
Stigmatodactylus elegans,
Stigmatodactylus halleanus,
Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus,
Stigmatodactylus macroglossus,
Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus,
Stigmatodactylus aegeridantennatus,
Stigmatodactylus grandiflorus,
Stigmatodactylus veillonis,
Stigmatodactylus tenuilabris,
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,