Status:
valid
Authors:
L.B.Singha, P.Niri & R.Devi
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 350: 82 (2018)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000007632
Common Names
- Stapletonia rigoensis
- Rigoensis Stapletonia
- Rigoensis Stapletonia
Description
Stapletonia rigoensis (also called Rigo Stapletonia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Acanthaceae. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall and is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stapletonia rigoensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stapletonia rigoensis are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are tiny, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, green and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stapletonia rigoensis is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division is best done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Stapletonia rigoensis
Stapletonia rigoensis is native to South America and can be found in humid forests.
Stapletonia rigoensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stapletonia rigoensis?
Stapletonia rigoensis is found in the Cerrado region of Brazil.
What is the average height of Stapletonia rigoensis?
Stapletonia rigoensis typically grows to a height of 1-2 meters.
What is the flowering season of Stapletonia rigoensis?
Stapletonia rigoensis flowers from April to June.
Species in the Stapletonia genus
Species in the Poaceae family
Achnatherum pekinense,
Achnatherum pubicalyx,
Achnatherum sibiricum,
Achnatherum turcomanicum,
Achnatherum brandisii,
Achnatherum bromoides,
Achnatherum calamagrostis,
Achnatherum confusum,
Achnatherum inebrians,
Achnatherum jacquemontii,
Achnatherum virescens,
Achnatherum paradoxum,
Achnatherum nakaii,
Achnatherum pelliotii,
Achnatherum haussknechtii,
Achnatherum mandavillei,
Achnatherum pilosum,
Achnatherum parviflorum,
Achnatherum staintonii,
Aciachne acicularis,
Aciachne flagellifera,
Aciachne pulvinata,
Acidosasa breviclavata,
Acidosasa brilletii,
Acidosasa chinensis,
Acidosasa edulis,
Acidosasa glauca,
Acidosasa guangxiensis,
Acidosasa lingchuanensis,
Acidosasa nanunica,
Acidosasa notata,
Acidosasa purpurea,
Acidosasa venusta,
Acidosasa carinata,
Acostia gracilis,
Acrachne henrardiana,
Acrachne perrieri,
Acrachne racemosa,
Acritochaete volkensii,
Acroceras amplectens,
Acroceras attenuatum,
Acroceras boivinii,
Acroceras bosseri,
Acroceras calcicola,
Acroceras chaseae,
Acroceras diffusum,
Acroceras elegans,
Acroceras excavatum,
Acroceras fluminense,
Acroceras gabunense,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77178921-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].