Streblosa glabrata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44: 567 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317171
Common Names
- Glabrata Streblosa
- Streblosa glabrata
- Streblosa
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- Streblosa platyphylla Merr. [valid]
Description
Streblosa glabrata (also called Glabrous Streblosa, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in Asia. It has a creeping habit and produces small, white flowers. It is native to Indonesia and is found in tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Streblosa glabrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Streblosa glabrata is white in colour and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Streblosa glabrata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m tall. It is native to Hawaii and is found in coastal areas and dry forests. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained potting mix.
Where to Find Streblosa glabrata
Streblosa glabrata is native to Indonesia and can be found in the tropical forests of the islands of Java and Sumatra.
Streblosa glabrata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streblosa glabrata?
Streblosa glabrata
What is the family of Streblosa glabrata?
Gesneriaceae
What is the habitat of Streblosa glabrata?
Tropical forests
Species in the Streblosa genus
Streblosa anambasica, Streblosa assimilis, Streblosa axilliflora, Streblosa bracteolata, Streblosa bullata, Streblosa chlamydantha, Streblosa deliensis, Streblosa glabrata, Streblosa hypomalaca, Streblosa johannis-winkleri, Streblosa lampongensis, Streblosa lanceolata, Streblosa leiophylla, Streblosa longiscapa, Streblosa maxima, Streblosa microcarpa, Streblosa multiglandulosa, Streblosa myriocarpa, Streblosa palawanensis, Streblosa polyantha, Streblosa scabridula, Streblosa tortilis, Streblosa undulata, Streblosa urticina, Streblosa glabra, Streblosa bracteata,
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
Theodoric Valeton (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Valeton' in the authors string.
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