Status:
valid
Authors:
A.J.Scott
Source:
tro
Year:
1978
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 89: 115 (1978)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001295347
Common Names
- Stelligera endecaspinis
- Endecaspis Stelligera
- Endecaspis Star-burr
Description
Stelligera endecaspinis (also called Endecaspis Stelligera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to East Asia. It grows to a height of 1-2 meters and has white flowers with four petals. It prefers moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Stelligera endecaspinis is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that can be used for landscaping and as a windbreak. It is also used to stabilize soils and can be planted in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stelligera endecaspinis has small yellow flowers with five petals and numerous yellow stamens. The seeds are small, black, and shiny. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stelligera endecaspinis is a hardy, drought-tolerant plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Once established, Stelligera endecaspinis requires little maintenance and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
Where to Find Stelligera endecaspinis
Stelligera endecaspinis is found in Australia.
Stelligera endecaspinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stelligera endecaspinis?
Stelligera endecaspinis
What is the family of Stelligera endecaspinis?
Chenopodiaceae
What is the common name of Stelligera endecaspinis?
Eleven-spined Stelligera
Species in the Stelligera genus
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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,