Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sprucei
ID:
434409

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lindau) Wassh. & J.R.I.Wood

Source:
cmp

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 6(2): 449 (2001).

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433741



Common Names

  • Stenostephanus sprucei
  • Spruce's Stenostephanus
  • Stenostephanus Sp. 'Sprucei'


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Description

Stenostephanus sprucei (also called 'Spruce's Stenostephanus', 'Spruce's Acanthus' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in moist forests and along streams. It is an evergreen shrub with narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus sprucei has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has also been used as a food source and for its oil-producing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenostephanus sprucei is yellow with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus sprucei can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil in spring. The division of clumps should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Stenostephanus sprucei

Stenostephanus sprucei is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Stenostephanus sprucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus sprucei?

Stenostephanus sprucei

What is the common name of Stenostephanus sprucei?

Sprucei Stenostephanus

What type of plant is Stenostephanus sprucei?

Herbaceous perennial

Species in the Stenostephanus genus

Stenostephanus sprucei, Stenostephanus sessilifolius, Stenostephanus silvaticus, Stenostephanus sanguineus, Stenostephanus lasiostachyus, Stenostephanus hondurensis, Stenostephanus wallnoeferi, Stenostephanus aglaus, Stenostephanus ampelinus, Stenostephanus atropurpureus, Stenostephanus charien, Stenostephanus charitopes, Stenostephanus cleefii, Stenostephanus cuatrecasasii, Stenostephanus cyaneus, Stenostephanus diversicolor, Stenostephanus enarthrocoma, Stenostephanus floriferus, Stenostephanus hispidulus, Stenostephanus kirkbridei, Stenostephanus lamprus, Stenostephanus latifolius, Stenostephanus leonardianus, Stenostephanus macrochilus, Stenostephanus macrolobus, Stenostephanus magdalenensis, Stenostephanus maximus, Stenostephanus pilosus, Stenostephanus putumayensis, Stenostephanus pycnostachys, Stenostephanus racemosus, Stenostephanus reflexiflorus, Stenostephanus scolnikae, Stenostephanus syscius, Stenostephanus tachirensis, Stenostephanus xanthothrix, Stenostephanus zuliensis, Stenostephanus ruberrimus, Stenostephanus puberulus, Stenostephanus longistaminus, Stenostephanus breedlovei, Stenostephanus chiapensis, Stenostephanus gracilis, Stenostephanus purpusii, Stenostephanus tacanensis, Stenostephanus latilabris, Stenostephanus monolophus, Stenostephanus asplundii, Stenostephanus jamesonii, Stenostephanus laxus,

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,

References

Dieter Carl Wasshausen (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wassh.' in the authors string.
Gustav Lindau (1866-1923): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindau' in the authors string.
John Richard Ironside Wood (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.I.Wood' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.