Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Species:
capensis
ID:
1316673

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Thunb.) Röser & Hamasha

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Schlechtendalia 24: 92 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329127

Common Names

  • Stipellula capensis
  • Cape Stipellula
  • Cape False Asphodel

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Description

Stipellula capensis (also called Capensis Stipellula, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It grows in humid forests, at elevations of 500-1500m. It has a small, upright stem with a few leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stipellula capensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for timber, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stipellula capensis is a small, white, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Stipellula capensis can be done through division of the plant or by seed. The plant prefers a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly and should be protected from direct sunlight.

Where to Find Stipellula capensis

Stipellula capensis is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, and Brazil.

Stipellula capensis FAQ

What is the common name of Stipellula capensis?

Cape Stipellula

What type of soil does Stipellula capensis prefer?

Well-drained, acidic soil

What type of climate does Stipellula capensis prefer?

Humid, tropical climate

Species in the Stipellula 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

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' in the authors string.
Martin Röser: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Röser' in the authors string.
Hassan R. Hamasha: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hamasha' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60458043-2: 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].