Strophanthus vanderijstii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vanderijstii
ID:
318019
Status:
valid
Authors:
Staner
Source:
wcs
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Rev. Zool. Bot. Africaines 21: 329 (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317351
Common Names
- Vanderijst's Strophanthus
- Strophanthus vanderijstii
- Vanderijst's Strophanthus
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- Strophanthus angusii F.White [unknown]
Description
Strophanthus vanderijstii (also called Strophanthus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,400 m. It is a small epiphyte with a creeping rhizome, and long, thin, wiry roots.
Uses & Benefits
Strophanthus vanderijstii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for rope making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strophanthus vanderijstii is white, with a long, curved nectar spur. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strophanthus vanderijstii is a terrestrial orchid species native to Madagascar. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It should be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced orchid fertilizer. Propagation is done by division of the clumps of pseudobulbs. The divisions should be planted in individual pots with a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Strophanthus vanderijstii
Strophanthus vanderijstii is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It is found in dry forests and savannas.
Strophanthus vanderijstii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strophanthus vanderijstii?
Strophanthus vanderijstii
What type of plant is Strophanthus vanderijstii?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.
Where is Strophanthus vanderijstii found?
It is found in Cameroon and Gabon.
Species in the Strophanthus genus
Strophanthus amboensis, Strophanthus arnoldianus, Strophanthus barteri, Strophanthus bequaertii, Strophanthus boivinii, Strophanthus bullenianus, Strophanthus caudatus, Strophanthus congoensis, Strophanthus courmontii, Strophanthus demeusei, Strophanthus divaricatus, Strophanthus emini, Strophanthus gardeniiflorus, Strophanthus gerrardii, Strophanthus gracilis, Strophanthus gratus, Strophanthus hispidus, Strophanthus holosericeus, Strophanthus hypoleucos, Strophanthus kombe, Strophanthus ledienii, Strophanthus luteolus, Strophanthus mirabilis, Strophanthus mortehanii, Strophanthus nicholsonii, Strophanthus parviflorus, Strophanthus perakensis, Strophanthus petersianus, Strophanthus preussii, Strophanthus puberulus, Strophanthus sarmentosus, Strophanthus singaporianus, Strophanthus speciosus, Strophanthus thollonii, Strophanthus vanderijstii, Strophanthus wallichii, Strophanthus welwitschii, Strophanthus wightianus, Strophanthus zimmermannianus,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-198296: Based on the initial data import
Pierre Staner (1901-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Staner' in the authors string.