Status:
valid
Authors:
(Beille) Hutch.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Hooker's Icon. Pl. 30: t. 2929 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000283637
Common Names
- Protomegabaria Stapfiana
- Stapf's Orchid
- Stapf's Slipper Orchid
Synonyms
- Maesobotrya stapfiana Beille [unknown]
- Megabaria obovata Pierre ex Hutch. [unknown]
- Spondianthus obovatus Engl. [unknown]
Description
Protomegabaria stapfiana (also called Stapf's Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in humid forests and is characterized by its yellow-green sepals and petals, and its white-green lip with a yellow-green mid-lobe.
Uses & Benefits
Protomegabaria stapfiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Protomegabaria stapfiana is yellow with a white lip. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Protomegabaria stapfiana is a shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Protomegabaria stapfiana
Protomegabaria stapfiana is native to tropical Africa.
Protomegabaria stapfiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Protomegabaria stapfiana?
Protomegabaria stapfiana
What is the common name of Protomegabaria stapfiana?
Stapf's Orchid
What is the natural habitat of Protomegabaria stapfiana?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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