Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
372300

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.Bolus) S.A.Hammer

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
in Bradleya 13: 87. 1995.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371632



Common Names

  • Marlothistella stenophylla
  • Narrow-leaved Marlothistella
  • Narrow-leaved Starburst Flower


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Synonyms

  • Mesembryanthemum stenophyllum L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Bergeranthus stenophyllus (L.Bolus) Schwantes ex Fourcade [unknown]
  • Ruschia stenophylla (L.Bolus) L.Bolus [unknown]
  • Ruschia stenophylla (L.Bolus) L.Bolus ex Fourc. [unknown]

Description

Marlothistella stenophylla (also called 'Narrow-leaved Marlothistella', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a spreading crown, growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforest, swamp forest, and gallery forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Marlothistella stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for livestock, and as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Marlothistella stenophylla has white flowers with yellow centers. Seed: The seed is small, round, and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Marlothistella stenophylla is a perennial herb that is propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be thinned out when they are large enough to handle. The plants should be spaced about 30 cm apart.

Where to Find Marlothistella stenophylla

Marlothistella stenophylla is native to Mexico and Guatemala.

Marlothistella stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Marlothistella stenophylla?

Marlothistella stenophylla

What are the common names of Marlothistella stenophylla?

Narrow-leaved marlothistella

What is the natural habitat of Marlothistella stenophylla?

Tropical and subtropical forests

Species in the Marlothistella genus

Species in the Aizoaceae family

References

Louisa Bolus (1877-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Bolus' in the authors string.
Steven Allen Hammer (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.A.Hammer' in the authors string.
caryophyllales.org record for wfo-0000371632: Based on the initial data import