Glossostipula blepharophylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
blepharophylla
ID:
974654
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Standl.) Lorence
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Candollea 41: 457 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000973992
Common Names
- Glossostipula Blepharophylla
- Eyelash Glossostipula
- Eyelash Glossostipula
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Glossostipula blepharophylla (also called Blepharophylla Glossostipula, among many other common names) is an epiphytic orchid native to New Guinea. It is a small, evergreen orchid with small, white flowers and long, thin leaves. It is often found in rainforests and other humid, tropical environments.
Uses & Benefits
Glossostipula blepharophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. The plant is also known to have medicinal properties and is used to treat skin ailments, fever, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Glossostipula blepharophylla is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings of this plant are thin and have a long stem.
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Glossostipula blepharophylla is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or seeds. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Glossostipula blepharophylla
Glossostipula blepharophylla can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia.
Species in the Glossostipula genus
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-91152: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
David H. Lorence (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lorence' in the authors string.