Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
grandifolium
ID:
317743

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Andersson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 50: 81 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317075

Common Names

  • Stilpnophyllum Grandifolium
  • Large-leaf Stilpnophyllum
  • Largeleaf Stilpnophyllum

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Description

Stilpnophyllum grandifolium (also called Large-leaved Stilpnophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of Bromeliaceae family. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees and rocks in the cloud forests of Costa Rica and Panama. It has a rosette of broad, leathery leaves that are silvery-green with a reddish-brown midrib. The flowers are small, white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Stilpnophyllum grandifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stilpnophyllum grandifolium is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stilpnophyllum grandifolium is a small tree native to South America. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is done from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and treated with rooting hormone before planting in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Stilpnophyllum grandifolium

Stilpnophyllum grandifolium is native to the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Stilpnophyllum grandifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stilpnophyllum grandifolium?

Stilpnophyllum grandifolium

What is the common name of Stilpnophyllum grandifolium?

Large-leaved Stilpnophyllum

What is the natural habitat of Stilpnophyllum grandifolium?

Tropical rainforests

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-198011: Based on the initial data import
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.