Strumaria prolifera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prolifera
ID:
801247
Status:
valid
Authors:
Snijman
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 35: 21 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800581
Common Names
- Prolifera Strumaria
- Strumaria
- Prolifera
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strumaria prolifera (also called the Proliferous Strumaria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.5 - 1.5 m. It is native to South America, where it is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in wet montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Strumaria prolifera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower in floral arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strumaria prolifera is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white stems.
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Strumaria prolifera is a succulent that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers dry, well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered sparingly and fertilized once a year. Pruning is not necessary.
Where to Find Strumaria prolifera
Strumaria prolifera is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.
Strumaria prolifera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strumaria prolifera?
Strumaria prolifera
What is the common name of Strumaria prolifera?
Proliferous Strumaria
What is the natural habitat of Strumaria prolifera?
Dry forests and scrublands
Species in the Strumaria genus
Strumaria barbariae, Strumaria hardyana, Strumaria pygmaea, Strumaria unguiculata, Strumaria karoopoortensis, Strumaria merxmuelleriana, Strumaria massoniella, Strumaria karooica, Strumaria leipoldtii, Strumaria chaplinii, Strumaria tenella, Strumaria perryae, Strumaria discifera, Strumaria villosa, Strumaria aestivalis, Strumaria salteri, Strumaria gemmata, Strumaria phonolithica, Strumaria picta, Strumaria spiralis, Strumaria truncata, Strumaria watermeyeri, Strumaria pubescens, Strumaria bidentata, Strumaria luteoloba, Strumaria prolifera, Strumaria speciosa,
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-339017: Based on the initial data import
Dierdré A. Snijman (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Snijman' in the authors string.