Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
merana
ID:
314247

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Airy Shaw) J.-F.Leroy ex Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 45: 567 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313579



Common Names

  • Stachyandra Merana
  • Merana Stachyandra
  • Merana Stachyandra


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Synonyms

  • Androstachys merana Airy Shaw [unknown]
  • Androstachys suarezensis Capuron [unknown]

Description

Stachyandra merana (also called White-flowered Stachyandra, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers and glossy, dark green leaves. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stachyandra merana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stachyandra merana var. merana
Stachyandra merana var. obovalifoliola Radcl.-Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Stachyandra merana has small white flowers with five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachyandra merana is a terrestrial orchid native to Africa. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10 and prefers full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or early summer.

Where to Find Stachyandra merana

Stachyandra merana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa and Asia.

Stachyandra merana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachyandra merana?

Stachyandra merana

What are the common names of Stachyandra merana?

Merana Stachyandra

What is the habitat of Stachyandra merana?

It is found in dry, rocky areas in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-194668: Based on the initial data import
Jean-François Leroy (1915-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.-F.Leroy' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.