Stigmatodactylus variegatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variegatus
ID:
317482
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kores) P.Kores
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Novon 2: 212 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316814
Common Names
- Stigmatodactylus variegatus
- Variegatus Stigmatodactylus
- Variegatus Leatherwood
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pantlingia variegata (Kores) Schuit. [unknown]
- Acianthus variegatus P.Kores [unknown]
Description
Stigmatodactylus variegatus (also called Variegated Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Philippines, and is found in forests and grasslands. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and a single flower with white petals and a yellow lip.
Uses & Benefits
Stigmatodactylus variegatus 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 variegatus 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 variegatus is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light and high humidity. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome or by seed.
Where to Find Stigmatodactylus variegatus
Stigmatodactylus variegatus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Stigmatodactylus variegatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus variegatus?
Stigmatodactylus variegatus
What is the common name of Stigmatodactylus variegatus?
Variegatus
What is the habitat of Stigmatodactylus variegatus?
Stigmatodactylus variegatus is found in tropical rainforests in South America.
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-197765: Based on the initial data import
Paul J. Kores (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kores' in the authors string.