Stenomesson gasteroides - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gasteroides
ID:
740471
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
1988
Citation Micro:
Onira 1: 18 (1988)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739804
Common Names
- Gasteroides Squill
- Gasteroides Martino's Squill
- Gasteroides Italian Squill
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenomesson gasteroides (also called 'Gasteroid Stenomesson', among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant that is native to the tropical regions of South America. It typically grows in wet, low-lying areas such as swamps, marshes, and floodplains, and has small, white flowers with six petals.
Uses & Benefits
Stenomesson gasteroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with moist soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenomesson gasteroides is a white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenomesson gasteroides is a bulbous plant that can be propagated from seed or offsets. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C.
Where to Find Stenomesson gasteroides
Stenomesson gasteroides is native to Peru and can be found in the Amazonas Department.
Stenomesson gasteroides FAQ
What are the common names of Stenomesson gasteroides?
Stenomesson gasteroides is commonly known as balloon stenomesson.
What is the native range of Stenomesson gasteroides?
Stenomesson gasteroides is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
What is the growth habit of Stenomesson gasteroides?
Stenomesson gasteroides is an annual herb.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287960: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.