Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
minutiflorus
ID:
317455

Status:
valid

Authors:
Valeton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 2: 349 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316787



Common Names

  • Stichianthus minutiflorus
  • Minutiflorus Stichianthus
  • Minutiflorus Leatherwood


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Synonyms

  • Stichianthus kinabaluensis Bremek. [valid]

Description

Stichianthus minutiflorus (also called Minute-Flowered Stichianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Borneo. It grows in dry areas and can reach up to 2 m in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stichianthus minutiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stichianthus minutiflorus is white, with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stichianthus minutiflorus is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and needs to be kept moist but not wet. It can be grown in a potting mix of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stichianthus minutiflorus

Stichianthus minutiflorus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Stichianthus minutiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stichianthus minutiflorus?

Stichianthus minutiflorus

What are the common names of Stichianthus minutiflorus?

Small-flowered False Palm

Where is Stichianthus minutiflorus native to?

Indonesia

Species in the Stichianthus genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References