Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
concinna
ID:
974655

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Lorence

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Candollea 41(2): 458 (1986):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000973993

Common Names

  • Glossostipula Concinna
  • Smooth Glossostipula
  • Smooth Glossostipula

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Description

Glossostipula concinna (also called Concinna 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 concinna 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 concinna 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Glossostipula concinna 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 concinna

Glossostipula concinna can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia and Malaysia.

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-91153: 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.