Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
spiciformis
ID:
434568

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Hossain

Source:
ksu

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 31: 386 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433900

Common Names

  • Staurogyne Spiciformis
  • Tropical Opal
  • Opal Plant

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Description

Staurogyne spiciformis (also called Spicate Staurogyne, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous perennial native to Central and South America. It grows to a height of about 8 inches and has small, oval-shaped leaves with a spicate inflorescence and a glossy green hue. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and is often found in tropical rainforests, woodlands, and near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Staurogyne spiciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Staurogyne spiciformis has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a bright green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staurogyne spiciformis is a low-growing, creeping plant that can be propagated by cuttings. It prefers a well-lit spot and can be grown in a wide range of water parameters. It is a relatively easy plant to care for and can be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Staurogyne spiciformis

Staurogyne spiciformis can be found in Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Staurogyne spiciformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staurogyne spiciformis?

Staurogyne spiciformis

What is the common name of Staurogyne spiciformis?

Spiciformis Staurogyne

What is the natural habitat of Staurogyne spiciformis?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

Species in the Staurogyne genus

Staurogyne elegans, Staurogyne elongata, Staurogyne euryphylla, Staurogyne expansa, Staurogyne filipes, Staurogyne ciliata, Staurogyne comosa, Staurogyne condensata, Staurogyne dispar, Staurogyne cuneata, Staurogyne dasyphylla, Staurogyne densifolia, Staurogyne gracilis, Staurogyne coriacea, Staurogyne glutinosa, Staurogyne inaequalis, Staurogyne incana, Staurogyne itatiaiae, Staurogyne grandiflora, Staurogyne griffithiana, Staurogyne havilandii, Staurogyne helferi, Staurogyne humifusa, Staurogyne citrina, Staurogyne bullata, Staurogyne bella, Staurogyne burbidgei, Staurogyne cambodiana, Staurogyne capillipes, Staurogyne brevicaulis, Staurogyne aristata, Staurogyne amboinica, Staurogyne amoena, Staurogyne anomala, Staurogyne arcuata, Staurogyne beddomei, Staurogyne batuensis, Staurogyne athroantha, Staurogyne atropurpurea, Staurogyne axillaris, Staurogyne balansae, Staurogyne argentea, Staurogyne jaherii, Staurogyne spraguei, Staurogyne trinitensia, Staurogyne subcordata, Staurogyne spatulata, Staurogyne subglabra, Staurogyne subrosulata, Staurogyne sundana,

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

A.B.M.Enayet Hossain (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Hossain' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:55337-1: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.