Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bracteatus
ID:
1412771

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rendle) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Austral. Orchid Rev. 83(3): 46. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425236



Common Names

  • Stigmatodactylus bracteatus
  • Bracted Beakrush
  • Bracted Beaked Sedge


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Description

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus (also called Bracted Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a small, terrestrial orchid, with a maximum height of 15 cm. It is native to the island of Madagascar, and is found in moist, shady forests, at elevations of up to 1000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, cough, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, dark green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus can be cultivated in well-drained soil and propagated by division or seed.

Where to Find Stigmatodactylus bracteatus

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus bracteatus?

Stigmatodactylus bracteatus

What is the common name of Stigmatodactylus bracteatus?

Bracteatus

Where does Stigmatodactylus bracteatus grow?

It is native to Madagascar

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

Alfred Barton Rendle (1865-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rendle' in the authors string.
David Lloyd Jones (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.L.Jones' in the authors string.
Mark Alwin Clements (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.A.Clem.' in the authors string.