Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
gracile
ID:
561949

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochr.) D.M.Bates

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Gentes Herbarum 11: 326 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000561281

Common Names

  • Bastardiastrum Gracile
  • Gracile Bastardiastrum
  • Gracile

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Synonyms

  • Wissadula gracilis Hochr. [unknown]

Description

Bastardiastrum gracile (also called Graceful Star Orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Central and South America. It is a small epiphytic orchid with a single leaf and a short stem. The flowers are white and have a yellowish-green center. It grows in wet forests, usually in the canopy of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Bastardiastrum gracile can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for honeybees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Bastardiastrum gracile is small, yellow and fragrant. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bastardiastrum gracile is a small, evergreen shrub native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly, but allowed to dry out between waterings. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Bastardiastrum gracile

Bastardiastrum gracile can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Bastardiastrum gracile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Bastardiastrum gracile?

Bastardiastrum gracile

What are the common names of Bastardiastrum gracile?

Graceful Bastardia

What is the origin of Bastardiastrum gracile?

South America

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2670987: Based on the initial data import
Bénédict Pierre Georges Hochreutiner (1873-1959): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochr.' in the authors string.
David Martin Bates (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.M.Bates' in the authors string.