Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
heptadactylus
ID:
1412778

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425243



Common Names

  • Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus
  • Seven-fingered Beakrush
  • Seven-fingered Beaked Sedge


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Description

Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus (also called Heptadactylus Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is native to tropical America, and is found in habitats such as montane forests. It is a perennial herb with a thick, fleshy stem and ovate leaves. The flowers are white, with a yellow throat.

Uses & Benefits

Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus 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

The flower of Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is oval and brown in colour. The seedlings are short with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus is a perennial herb that is native to Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus

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

Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus?

Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus

What is the common name of Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus?

Heptadactylus

Where does Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus 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

Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' 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.