Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
wallnoeferi
ID:
508669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wassh.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Ann. Naturhist. Mus. Wien, B 108: 184 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000508001



Common Names

  • Steganthera cooperorum
  • Cooper's Steganthera
  • Cooper Steganthera


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Description

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi (also called 'Wallnöfer's Stenostephanus', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to western Australia. It has small, linear leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi is a small, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It is drought-tolerant and prefers full sun or partial shade. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and placed in a potting mix of equal parts sand and peat moss. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Stenostephanus wallnoeferi

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus wallnoeferi?

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi

Where does Stenostephanus wallnoeferi grow?

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi grows in South Africa.

What is the common name of Stenostephanus wallnoeferi?

Stenostephanus wallnoeferi is commonly known as the Wallnoefer's stenostephanus.

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,

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