Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
turneri
ID:
1273094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Liede & Meve

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 91: 80 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272432



Common Names

  • Metastelma Turneri
  • Turner's Metastelma
  • Turner's Starfish Flower


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Description

Metastelma turneri (also called 'Turner's Metastelma', among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial that grows up to 0.5 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Metastelma turneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It also has medicinal uses, such as treating fever, colds, and coughs.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Metastelma turneri has small, yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. The seed is small and black with a hard outer shell. The seedling has a single stem with two opposite leaves and a pair of stipules at the base.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Metastelma turneri is a perennial herb that is native to India. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a pot in a greenhouse. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Metastelma turneri

Metastelma turneri is native to Asia and can be found in India.

Metastelma turneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Metastelma turneri?

Metastelma turneri

What are the common names of Metastelma turneri?

Turner's metastelma

What is the natural habitat of Metastelma turneri?

Mountain forests

Species in the Metastelma genus

Metastelma sepium, Metastelma albiflorum, Metastelma schlechtendalii, Metastelma warmingii, Metastelma uncinatum, Metastelma broadwayi, Metastelma mirifolium, Metastelma burchellii, Metastelma arizonicum, Metastelma astephanoides, Metastelma miserum, Metastelma paraquense, Metastelma parviflorum, Metastelma myrtifolium, Metastelma lineare, Metastelma martinicense, Metastelma exasperatum, Metastelma cubense, Metastelma ekmanii, Metastelma dorrii, Metastelma hirtellum, Metastelma huberi, Metastelma giuliettianum, Metastelma grandiflorum, Metastelma hamatum, Metastelma harleyi, Metastelma chiapense, Metastelma chimantense, Metastelma cordatifolium, Metastelma atrovirens, Metastelma ditassoides, Metastelma fiebrigii, Metastelma gracile, Metastelma mathewsii, Metastelma northropiae, Metastelma pedunculare, Metastelma purpurascens, Metastelma sepicola, Metastelma bahamense, Metastelma barbigerum, Metastelma blodgetti, Metastelma brachystephanum, Metastelma californicum, Metastelma linearifolium, Metastelma palmeri, Metastelma penicillatum, Metastelma latifolium, Metastelma pringlei, Metastelma schaffneri, Metastelma aemulans,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50256273: Based on the initial data import
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.