Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
oxyglossus
ID:
1412780

Status:
valid

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

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425245



Common Names

  • Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus
  • Sharp-tongued Beakrush
  • Sharp-tongued Beaked Sedge


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Description

Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus (also called Oxyglossus Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen herb, growing up to 30 cm in height, with long, narrow leaves. It grows in wet, marshy areas, and is often found in the Amazon rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus 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 oxyglossus 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 oxyglossus 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 oxyglossus

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

Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus?

Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus

What is the common name of Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus?

Oxyglossus

Where does Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus 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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' 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.