Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
glabra
ID:
318216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brandegee

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 6: 70 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317548

Common Names

  • Glabra Stylosiphonia
  • Glabra Stylosiphonie
  • Glabra Stylosiphon

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Description

Stylosiphonia glabra (also called Smooth Stylosiphonia, among many other common names) is a species of orchid found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It is an epiphyte, growing on trees in tropical and subtropical forests. It has a short stem, with two to four leaves, and a single flower. The flower has a yellowish-green color, and is marked with black spots.

Uses & Benefits

Stylosiphonia glabra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stylosiphonia glabra is yellow with a red lip, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylosiphonia glabra can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plant should be divided into several clumps and each clump should be replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil.

Where to Find Stylosiphonia glabra

Stylosiphonia glabra can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Stylosiphonia glabra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylosiphonia glabra?

Stylosiphonia glabra

What are the common names of Stylosiphonia glabra?

Common names of Stylosiphonia glabra include sea whip, sea fan, and fan coral.

What type of plant is Stylosiphonia glabra?

Stylosiphonia glabra is a type of soft coral.

Species in the Stylosiphonia 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