Stenomesson rupense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rupense
ID:
739680
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ravenna
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Onira 4(13): 52 (2000).
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739013
Common Names
- Rupense Stenomesson
- Rupense Stenomesson-grass
- Rupense Star-grass
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenomesson rupense (also called Rupestral Stenomesson, among many other common names) is a bulbous perennial plant native to Mexico. It has strap-like leaves and produces star-shaped yellow flowers. It typically grows in sandy soils in grassland and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stenomesson rupense is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Stenomesson rupense has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear-lanceolate leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenomesson rupense is a perennial bulbous plant that can be propagated through seeds or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Stenomesson rupense
Stenomesson rupense is native to South Africa and can be found in grasslands and open woodlands.
Stenomesson rupense FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stenomesson rupense?
Stenomesson rupense is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky soils in open woodlands and grasslands.
What is the flowering period of Stenomesson rupense?
Stenomesson rupense typically flowers from April to June.
What is the size of Stenomesson rupense?
Stenomesson rupense typically grows to a height of up to 1 m.
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-287742: Based on the initial data import
Pierfelice Ravenna (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ravenna' in the authors string.