Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
elliotii
ID:
555801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Harms) Cheek

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 44: 369 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000555133

Common Names

  • Astrotrichilia elliotii
  • Elliot's Star Orchid
  • Star Orchid

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Synonyms

  • Trichilia elliotii Harms [unknown]

Description

Astrotrichilia elliotii (also called Elliot's Star-hair, among many other common names) is a small epiphytic orchid found in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama. It has a creeping rhizome with small, ovate to oblong leaves and small, star-shaped flowers. It grows in humid, shady areas on branches and trunks of trees.

Uses & Benefits

Astrotrichilia elliotii is used as an ornamental plant and for timber production.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Astrotrichilia elliotii is white and tubular, with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Astrotrichilia elliotii is a slow-growing cactus that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-draining soil and full sun. Water when the soil is dry, and fertilize during the growing season.

Where to Find Astrotrichilia elliotii

Astrotrichilia elliotii is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Astrotrichilia elliotii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Astrotrichilia elliotii?

Astrotrichilia elliotii

What is the common name of Astrotrichilia elliotii?

Elliott's astrotrichilia

Where is Astrotrichilia elliotii native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Meliaceae family

Aglaia cooperae, Aglaia agglomerata, Aglaia aherniana, Aglaia amplexicaulis, Aglaia angustifolia, Aglaia apiocarpa, Aglaia archboldiana, Aglaia argentea, Aglaia australiensis, Aglaia barbanthera, Aglaia basiphylla, Aglaia beccarii, Aglaia brassii, Aglaia breviracemosa, Aglaia brownii, Aglaia bullata, Aglaia ceramica, Aglaia chittagonga, Aglaia conferta, Aglaia coriacea, Aglaia costata, Aglaia crassinervia, Aglaia cremea, Aglaia cucullata, Aglaia cumingiana, Aglaia cuspidata, Aglaia densisquama, Aglaia densitricha, Aglaia edulis, Aglaia elaeagnoidea, Aglaia elliptica, Aglaia erythrosperma, Aglaia euryanthera, Aglaia evansensis, Aglaia eximia, Aglaia exstipulata, Aglaia flavescens, Aglaia flavida, Aglaia forbesii, Aglaia foveolata, Aglaia fragilis, Aglaia glabrata, Aglaia gracilis, Aglaia grandis, Aglaia heterotricha, Aglaia hiernii, Aglaia ijzermannii, Aglaia integrifolia, Aglaia korthalsii, Aglaia lancilimba,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2664267: Based on the initial data import
Martin Cheek (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cheek' in the authors string.
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.