Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
507998

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Ortuño & Borsch

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 61: 566 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000507330



Common Names

  • Stellata Gomphrena
  • Gomphrena Stellata
  • Stellata Gomphrena


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Description

Gomphrena stellata (also called star gomphrena, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Amaranthaceae family. It is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America, and grows in grasslands, scrub, and rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Gomphrena stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and diarrhea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Gomphrena stellata is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Gomphrena stellata is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It is drought and frost tolerant and can be grown in a variety of climates. It is also suitable for container growing.

Where to Find Gomphrena stellata

Gomphrena stellata can be found in South America.

Gomphrena stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Gomphrena stellata?

Gomphrena stellata

What are the common names of Gomphrena stellata?

Star Gomphrena

Where is Gomphrena stellata found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

Species in the Gomphrena genus

Gomphrena stellata, Gomphrena affinis, Gomphrena agrestis, Gomphrena albiflora, Gomphrena anti-lethargica, Gomphrena arborescens, Gomphrena arida, Gomphrena atrorubra, Gomphrena basilanata, Gomphrena bicolor, Gomphrena boliviana, Gomphrena brachystylis, Gomphrena breviflora, Gomphrena caespitosa, Gomphrena caleyi, Gomphrena canescens, Gomphrena cardenasii, Gomphrena celosioides, Gomphrena centrota, Gomphrena chrestoides, Gomphrena cinnabarina, Gomphrena cladotrichoides, Gomphrena claussenii, Gomphrena colosacana, Gomphrena conferta, Gomphrena conica, Gomphrena connata, Gomphrena cucullata, Gomphrena debilis, Gomphrena decipiens, Gomphrena demissa, Gomphrena desertorum, Gomphrena diffusa, Gomphrena discolor, Gomphrena duriuscula, Gomphrena eichleri, Gomphrena elegans, Gomphrena equisetiformis, Gomphrena eriophylla, Gomphrena ferruginea, Gomphrena filaginoides, Gomphrena flaccida, Gomphrena floribunda, Gomphrena fuscipellita, Gomphrena gardneri, Gomphrena glabratoides, Gomphrena globosa, Gomphrena graminea, Gomphrena guaranitica, Gomphrena haageana,

Species in the Amaranthaceae family

Achyranthes arborescens, Achyranthes aspera, Achyranthes bidentata, Achyranthes diandra, Achyranthes fasciculata, Achyranthes mangarevica, Achyranthes marchionica, Achyranthes margaretarum, Achyranthes mutica, Achyranthes splendens, Achyranthes talbotii, Achyranthes shahii, Achyropsis avicularis, Achyropsis filifolia, Achyropsis fruticulosa, Achyropsis gracilis, Achyropsis laniceps, Achyropsis leptostachya, Acroglochin obtusifolia, Acroglochin persicarioides, Aerva artemisioides, Aerva caudata, Aerva congesta, Aerva coriacea, Aerva edulis, Aerva glabrata, Aerva humbertii, Aerva javanica, Aerva lanata, Aerva leucura, Aerva madagassica, Aerva microphylla, Aerva monsonia, Aerva radicans, Aerva revoluta, Aerva sanguinolenta, Aerva timorensis, Aerva triangularifolia, Aerva villosa, Aerva wightii, Agathophora alopecuroides, Agriophyllum lateriflorum, Agriophyllum latifolium, Agriophyllum minus, Agriophyllum montasirii, Agriophyllum paletzkianum, Agriophyllum squarrosum, Allenrolfea occidentalis, Allenrolfea patagonica, Allenrolfea vaginata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2604538: Based on the initial data import
Thomas Borsch (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borsch' in the authors string.
Teresa Ortuño (b.1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Ortuño' in the authors string.