Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wall. ex C.B.Clarke) Kuntze
Source:
ksu
Year:
1891
Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 2: 497 (1891)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433531
Common Names
- Staurogyne glutinosa
- Glutinosa Staurogyne
- Glutinous Staurogyne
Synonyms
- Ebermaiera glutinosa Wall. [unknown]
Description
Staurogyne glutinosa (also called Glutinous Staurogyne, among many other common names) is a species of aquatic plant from the family Acanthaceae. It is native to the state of Minas Gerais in Brazil. It is an aquatic species, growing in shallow water or on wet rocks in streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Staurogyne glutinosa is a popular aquarium plant, used to provide shade and cover for fish. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Staurogyne glutinosa is a small, white, tubular flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staurogyne glutinosa is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly.
Where to Find Staurogyne glutinosa
Staurogyne glutinosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in wetland areas and along the banks of rivers and streams.
Staurogyne glutinosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staurogyne glutinosa?
Staurogyne glutinosa
What type of plant is Staurogyne glutinosa?
Aquatic plant
What is the optimal temperature for Staurogyne glutinosa?
22-28°C
Species in the Staurogyne genus
Staurogyne elegans,
Staurogyne elongata,
Staurogyne euryphylla,
Staurogyne expansa,
Staurogyne filipes,
Staurogyne ciliata,
Staurogyne comosa,
Staurogyne condensata,
Staurogyne dispar,
Staurogyne cuneata,
Staurogyne dasyphylla,
Staurogyne densifolia,
Staurogyne gracilis,
Staurogyne coriacea,
Staurogyne glutinosa,
Staurogyne inaequalis,
Staurogyne incana,
Staurogyne itatiaiae,
Staurogyne grandiflora,
Staurogyne griffithiana,
Staurogyne havilandii,
Staurogyne helferi,
Staurogyne humifusa,
Staurogyne citrina,
Staurogyne bullata,
Staurogyne bella,
Staurogyne burbidgei,
Staurogyne cambodiana,
Staurogyne capillipes,
Staurogyne brevicaulis,
Staurogyne aristata,
Staurogyne amboinica,
Staurogyne amoena,
Staurogyne anomala,
Staurogyne arcuata,
Staurogyne beddomei,
Staurogyne batuensis,
Staurogyne athroantha,
Staurogyne atropurpurea,
Staurogyne axillaris,
Staurogyne balansae,
Staurogyne argentea,
Staurogyne jaherii,
Staurogyne spraguei,
Staurogyne trinitensia,
Staurogyne subcordata,
Staurogyne spatulata,
Staurogyne subglabra,
Staurogyne subrosulata,
Staurogyne sundana,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,