Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
stonei
ID:
402068

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 17(2): 101 (2002).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000401400

Common Names

  • Echinosepala stonei
  • Stone's Echinosepala
  • Evergreen Daisy

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Synonyms

  • Myoxanthus stonei (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Pleurothallis stonei Luer [unknown]
  • Brenesia stonei (Luer) Luer [unknown]
  • Echinella stonei (Luer) Pridgeon & M.W.Chase [unknown]

Description

Echinosepala stonei (also called 'Stone's echinosepala', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands, and is typically found in open forests, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Echinosepala stonei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Echinosepala stonei is a small, white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, dark green with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinosepala stonei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist but not soggy. For cuttings, take stem cuttings from a healthy plant and place them in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, sunny location and keep the soil moist but not soggy.

Where to Find Echinosepala stonei

Echinosepala stonei can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Echinosepala stonei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinosepala stonei?

Echinosepala stonei

What type of plant is Echinosepala stonei?

Herb

Where is Echinosepala stonei native to?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-242079: Based on the initial data import
Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Mark W. Chase (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.W.Chase' in the authors string.
Alec M. Pridgeon (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pridgeon' in the authors string.