Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gibbsiae
ID:
317474
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kores) P.Kores
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 212 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316806
Common Names
- Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae
- Gibbsiae Stigmatodactylus
- Gibbsiae Leatherwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pantlingia gibbsiae (Kores) Schuit. [unknown]
- Acianthus gibbsiae P.Kores [unknown]
Description
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae (also called Gibbs' Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Sulawesi. 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
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae is yellow with a red center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and needs to be kept moist but not wet. It can be grown in a potting mix of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae?
Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae
What are the common names of Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae?
Gibbs' False Palm
Where is Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae native to?
Indonesia
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197758: Based on the initial data import
Paul J. Kores (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kores' in the authors string.