Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ventricosus
ID:
1248396

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) T.F.Daniel ex Hammel & McDade

Source:
tro

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Aliso 36(1): 41. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247734



Common Names

  • Stenostephanus ventricosus
  • Ventricosus Stenostephanus
  • Stenostephanus Ventricosus


Searching for Stenostephanus ventricosus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Stenostephanus ventricosus (also called Ventricose Stenostephanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus ventricosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenostephanus ventricosus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and a few leaves.

Searching for Stenostephanus ventricosus? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus ventricosus is a species of shrub that is native to Central America. It is a fast-growing shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. Propagation is usually done by seed, but it can also be propagated by cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and needs plenty of water. It should be planted in well-drained soil and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Stenostephanus ventricosus

Stenostephanus ventricosus is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Stenostephanus ventricosus FAQ

What are the common names of Stenostephanus ventricosus?

Stenostephanus ventricosus is commonly known as Ventricose Stenostephanus.

What is the natural habitat of Stenostephanus ventricosus?

Stenostephanus ventricosus is native to Mexico.

What are the care requirements of Stenostephanus ventricosus?

Stenostephanus ventricosus requires bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.

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

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
John Donnell Smith (1829-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Donn.Sm.' in the authors string.
Barry Edward Hammel (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hammel' in the authors string.
Lucinda A. McDade (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McDade' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.