Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gilli) Hedge & Lamond
Source:
ksu
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Fl. Iranica 162: 213 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431269
Common Names
- Stewartiella crucifolia
- Crucifolia Stewartiella
- Stewartiella Crucifolia
Synonyms
- Ferula crucifolia Gilli [unknown]
- Stewartiella baluchistanica Nasir [unknown]
Description
Stewartiella crucifolia (also called Cross-leaved Stewartiella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is an annual herb with a stem reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stewartiella crucifolia is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stewartiella crucifolia are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stewartiella crucifolia is a perennial succulent native to South America. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly in the summer and provide protection from frost in the winter.
Where to Find Stewartiella crucifolia
Stewartiella crucifolia is native to Central and South America.
Stewartiella crucifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stewartiella crucifolia?
Stewartiella crucifolia
What is the natural habitat of Stewartiella crucifolia?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flowering season of Stewartiella crucifolia?
Summer
Species in the Stewartiella genus
Species in the Apiaceae family
Aciphylla anomala,
Aciphylla aurea,
Aciphylla cartilaginea,
Aciphylla colensoi,
Aciphylla congesta,
Aciphylla crenulata,
Aciphylla crosby-smithii,
Aciphylla cuthbertiana,
Aciphylla dieffenbachii,
Aciphylla dissecta,
Aciphylla divisa,
Aciphylla dobsonii,
Aciphylla ferox,
Aciphylla flexuosa,
Aciphylla glacialis,
Aciphylla glaucescens,
Aciphylla gracilis,
Aciphylla hectori,
Aciphylla hookeri,
Aciphylla horrida,
Aciphylla indurata,
Aciphylla inermis,
Aciphylla kirkii,
Aciphylla latibracteata,
Aciphylla lecomtei,
Aciphylla leighii,
Aciphylla lyallii,
Aciphylla monroi,
Aciphylla montana,
Aciphylla multisecta,
Aciphylla pinnatifida,
Aciphylla polita,
Aciphylla poppelwellii,
Aciphylla scott-thomsonii,
Aciphylla similis,
Aciphylla simplex,
Aciphylla simplicifolia,
Aciphylla spedeni,
Aciphylla squarrosa,
Aciphylla stannensis,
Aciphylla subflabellata,
Aciphylla takahea,
Aciphylla traillii,
Aciphylla traversii,
Aciphylla trifoliolata,
Aciphylla verticillata,
Acronema alpinum,
Acronema astrantiifolium,
Acronema brevipedicellatum,
Acronema bryophilum,