Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
viticifolia
ID:
314251

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Airy Shaw) Radcl.-Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 45: 568 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313583



Common Names

  • Stachyandra viticifolia
  • Vine-leaved Stachyandra
  • Vine-leaf Stachyandra


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Synonyms

  • Androstachys viticifolia Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Stachyandra viticifolia (also called Vine-leaved 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 viticifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a shade tree in parks. It is also used for timber and fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Stachyandra viticifolia 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 viticifolia 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 viticifolia

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

Stachyandra viticifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachyandra viticifolia?

Stachyandra viticifolia

What is the common name of Stachyandra viticifolia?

Vine-leaf Stachyandra

Where is Stachyandra viticifolia native to?

Tropical Africa

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-194672: Based on the initial data import
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.