Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
hitchcockii
ID:
559031

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 82 (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558363

Common Names

  • Stegolepis hitchcockii
  • Hitchcock's Stegolepis
  • Hitchcock's Spikemoss

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Description

Stegolepis hitchcockii (also called Hitchcock's Stegolepis, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found in marshy areas, ponds, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stegolepis hitchcockii is an ornamental shrub that is used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used to create hedges and borders. The flowers of this plant are often used in floral arrangements.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stegolepis hitchcockii sub. hitchcockii
Stegolepis hitchcockii sub. morichensis Maguire

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stegolepis hitchcockii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stegolepis hitchcockii is a tropical tree that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Stegolepis hitchcockii

Stegolepis hitchcockii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas.

Stegolepis hitchcockii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stegolepis hitchcockii?

Stegolepis hitchcockii

What is the common name of Stegolepis hitchcockii?

Hitchcock's Stegolepis

What is the natural habitat of Stegolepis hitchcockii?

It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.

Species in the Rapateaceae family

Amphiphyllum rigidum, Cephalostemon affinis, Cephalostemon angustatus, Cephalostemon gracilis, Cephalostemon microglochin, Cephalostemon riedelianus, Duckea cyperaceoidea, Duckea flava, Duckea junciformis, Duckea squarrosa, Epidryos allenii, Epidryos guayanensis, Epidryos micrantherus, Epidryos matheusii, Guacamaya superba, Kunhardtia radiata, Kunhardtia rhodantha, Marahuacaea schomburgkii, Maschalocephalus dinklagei, Monotrema aemulans, Monotrema affine, Monotrema arthrophyllum, Monotrema bracteatum, Monotrema xyridoides, Phelpsiella ptericaulis, Potarophytum riparium, Rapatea angustifolia, Rapatea aracamuniana, Rapatea chimantensis, Rapatea circasiana, Rapatea elongata, Rapatea fanshawei, Rapatea linearis, Rapatea longipes, Rapatea membranacea, Rapatea muaju, Rapatea paludosa, Rapatea pycnocephala, Rapatea rugulosa, Rapatea saulensis, Rapatea scabra, Rapatea spectabilis, Rapatea spruceana, Rapatea steyermarkii, Rapatea ulei, Rapatea undulata, Rapatea xiphoides, Rapatea yapacana, Saxofridericia aculeata, Saxofridericia compressa,

References

Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:243654-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.