Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
stapfiana
ID:
284305

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

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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.

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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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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-165911: Based on the initial data import
John Hutchinson (1884-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hutch.' in the authors string.
Lucien Beille (1862-1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beille' in the authors string.