Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
elliptica
ID:
317767

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schweinf. ex Hiern

Source:
wcs

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Fl. Trop. Afr. 3: 80 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317099

Common Names

  • Elliptica Stipularia
  • Stipularia elliptica
  • Stipularia

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Synonyms

  • Sabicea elliptica (Schweinf. ex Hiern) Hepper [illegitimate]

Description

Stipularia elliptica (also called Elliptic Stipularia, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is native to Africa, and is found in forests and grasslands. It has a short stem with two to four leaves, and a single flower with white petals and a yellow lip.

Uses & Benefits

Stipularia elliptica 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 Stipularia elliptica 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

Stipularia elliptica is a small tree native to Africa. 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 Stipularia elliptica

Stipularia elliptica is native to Africa.

Stipularia elliptica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stipularia elliptica?

Stipularia elliptica

What is the common name of Stipularia elliptica?

Elliptic Stipularia

What is the natural habitat of Stipularia elliptica?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Stipularia 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-198039: Based on the initial data import
Georg August Schweinfurth (1836-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schweinf.' in the authors string.
William Philip Hiern (1839-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hiern' in the authors string.