Stigmatodactylus paradoxus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paradoxus
ID:
317478
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 10: 4 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316810
Common Names
- Stigmatodactylus paradoxus
- Paradoxus Stigmatodactylus
- Paradoxus Leatherwood
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- Pantlingia paradoxa Prain [unknown]
- Stigmatodactylus sikokianus paradoxus (Prain) F.Maek. [unknown]
Description
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus (also called Paradoxical Stigmatodactylus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Java. It grows in dry areas and can reach up to 2 m in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stigmatodactylus paradoxus is yellow with a red center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a white stem and green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and needs to be kept moist but not wet. It can be grown in a potting mix of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Stigmatodactylus paradoxus
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stigmatodactylus paradoxus?
Stigmatodactylus paradoxus
What are the common names of Stigmatodactylus paradoxus?
Paradox False Palm
Where is Stigmatodactylus paradoxus native to?
Indonesia
Species in the Stigmatodactylus genus
Stigmatodactylus celebicus, Stigmatodactylus croftianus, Stigmatodactylus gibbsiae, Stigmatodactylus javanicus, Stigmatodactylus paradoxus, Stigmatodactylus serratus, Stigmatodactylus sikokianus, Stigmatodactylus variegatus, Stigmatodactylus vulcanicus, Stigmatodactylus lamrii, Stigmatodactylus dalagangpalawanicum, Stigmatodactylus aquamarinus, Stigmatodactylus richardianus, Stigmatodactylus bracteatus, Stigmatodactylus confusus, Stigmatodactylus corniculatus, Stigmatodactylus cymbalariifolius, Stigmatodactylus elegans, Stigmatodactylus halleanus, Stigmatodactylus heptadactylus, Stigmatodactylus macroglossus, Stigmatodactylus oxyglossus, Stigmatodactylus aegeridantennatus, Stigmatodactylus grandiflorus, Stigmatodactylus veillonis, Stigmatodactylus tenuilabris,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197761: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.