Stigmatodactylus richardianus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
richardianus
ID:
1333020
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.T.Ong
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Malesian Orchid J. 16: 73 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345474
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stigmatodactylus richardianus (also called Richard's stigma-dactylus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Madagascar. It has yellow-green flowers and heart-shaped leaves. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Stigmatodactylus richardianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stigmatodactylus richardianus has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with dark green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stigmatodactylus richardianus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.
Where to Find Stigmatodactylus richardianus
Stigmatodactylus richardianus can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Stigmatodactylus richardianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus richardianus?
Stigmatodactylus richardianus
What is the family of Stigmatodactylus richardianus?
Orchidaceae
What is the natural habitat of Stigmatodactylus richardianus?
Tropical and subtropical 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,
References
Poh Teck Ong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.T.Ong' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154660-1: Based on the initial data import