Status:
valid
Authors:
(Scheff.) J.Sinclair
Source:
cmp
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 14: 43. 1953
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435196
Common Names
- Stelechocarpus Cauliflorus
- Cauliflorus Palm
- Cauliflorus Palm Tree
Description
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus (also called Cauliflower stelechocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Apiaceae family. It is native to Thailand, and grows in meadows, pastures, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus is a tropical, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as seeds are not widely available.
Where to Find Stelechocarpus cauliflorus
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus is native to Thailand, where it is found in the provinces of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stelechocarpus cauliflorus?
Stelechocarpus cauliflorus
What are the common names of Stelechocarpus cauliflorus?
Cauliflower Tree
What is the distribution range of Stelechocarpus cauliflorus?
India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand
Species in the Stelechocarpus genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,