Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
sceptrum
ID:
481843

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliv.) Maguire

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 10(1): 3 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000481175



Common Names

  • Scepter Bush
  • Venezuelan Bush
  • Venezuelan Mountain Bush


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Synonyms

  • Orectanthe sceptrum occidentalis Maguire [unknown]

Description

Orectanthe sceptrum (also called sceptre orectanthe, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Orectantheaceae. It is native to the mountains of New Zealand, growing at altitudes of 1,500–3,000 m. It typically grows in rocky areas, on ridges and slopes, and in pine forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orectanthe sceptrum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Orectanthe sceptrum is a small, yellow, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a thin stem and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orectanthe sceptrum is a species of shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light potting mix and kept in a cool, dry environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained, light potting mix and kept in a cool, dry environment.

Where to Find Orectanthe sceptrum

Orectanthe sceptrum can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Orectanthe sceptrum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orectanthe sceptrum?

Orectanthe sceptrum

What is the common name of Orectanthe sceptrum?

Sceptre Daisy

What is the natural habitat of Orectanthe sceptrum?

Tepui Mountains of Venezuela

Species in the Orectanthe genus

Species in the Xyridaceae family

Abolboda abbreviata, Abolboda acaulis, Abolboda acicularis, Abolboda americana, Abolboda bella, Abolboda ciliata, Abolboda dunstervillei, Abolboda ebracteata, Abolboda egleri, Abolboda glomerata, Abolboda grandis, Abolboda killipii, Abolboda linearifolia, Abolboda macrostachya, Abolboda neblinae, Abolboda paniculata, Abolboda poarchon, Abolboda pulchella, Abolboda scabrida, Abolboda sprucei, Abolboda uniflora, Abolboda granularis, Achlyphila disticha, Aratitiyopea lopezii, Orectanthe ptaritepuiana, Orectanthe sceptrum, Xyris aberdarica, Xyris acrophila, Xyris affinis, Xyris albescens, Xyris almae, Xyris ambigua, Xyris amorimii, Xyris anceps, Xyris andina, Xyris angularis, Xyris angustifolia, Xyris anisophylla, Xyris apureana, Xyris aquatica, Xyris aracamunae, Xyris arachnoidea, Xyris araracuarae, Xyris archeri, Xyris aristata, Xyris asperula, Xyris asterotricha, Xyris atrata, Xyris atriceps, Xyris atrovirida,

References

Daniel Oliver (1830-1916): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oliv.' in the authors string.
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:175815-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.