Status:
valid
Authors:
Meerow, Oleas & L.Jost
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 48: 2 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342016
Common Names
- Stenomesson ecuadorense
- Ecuadorian Stenomesson
- Stenomesson
Description
Stenomesson ecuadorense (also called Ecuador Stenomesson, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Amaryllidaceae. It is native to the island of Ecuador and typically grows in moist, shady areas. It has large, dark green leaves and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Stenomesson ecuadorense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including treating fever, pain, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenomesson ecuadorense has white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, brown and round. The seedlings are short and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenomesson ecuadorense is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Stenomesson ecuadorense
Stenomesson ecuadorense is native to Ecuador and can be found in the Andean region of the country.
Species in the Stenomesson genus
Stenomesson aurantiacum,
Stenomesson breviflorum,
Stenomesson chilense,
Stenomesson rupense,
Stenomesson campanulatum,
Stenomesson weberbaueri,
Stenomesson parvulum,
Stenomesson gasteroides,
Stenomesson miniatum,
Stenomesson moldenkei,
Stenomesson pauciflorum,
Stenomesson pearcei,
Stenomesson flavum,
Stenomesson vitellinum,
Stenomesson chloranthum,
Stenomesson leucanthum,
Stenomesson mirabilis,
Stenomesson ecuadorense,
Species in the Amaryllidaceae family
Acis autumnalis,
Acis longifolia,
Acis rosea,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis fabrei,
Acis nicaeensis,
Acis tingitana,
Acis trichophylla,
Acis valentina,
Acis ionica,
Agapanthus africanus,
Agapanthus campanulatus,
Agapanthus caulescens,
Agapanthus coddii,
Agapanthus inapertus,
Agapanthus praecox,
Agapanthus walshii,
Allium aaseae,
Allium abramsii,
Allium acidoides,
Allium aciphyllum,
Allium acuminatum,
Allium acutiflorum,
Allium aegilicum,
Allium affine,
Allium afghanicum,
Allium aflatunense,
Allium agrigentinum,
Allium akaka,
Allium alabasicum,
Allium alaicum,
Allium albiflorum,
Allium albotunicatum,
Allium albovianum,
Allium alexandrae,
Allium alexeianum,
Allium alibile,
Allium alpinarii,
Allium altaicum,
Allium altissimum,
Allium altyncolicum,
Allium amethystinum,
Allium ampeloprasum,
Allium amphibolum,
Allium amplectens,
Allium anacoleum,
Allium anatolicum,
Allium anceps,
Allium angulosum,
Allium anisopodium,
References
Lou Jost: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Jost' in the authors string.