Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
incarnatum
ID:
431884

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1893

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 17: 130 (1893)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431216



Common Names

  • Stathmostelma incarnatum
  • Incarnate Stathmostelma
  • Incarnate Lobster Claw


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Synonyms

  • Asclepias coccinea N.E.Br. [unknown]

Description

Stathmostelma incarnatum (also called Stathmostelma, among many other common names) is a shrub that is native to Madagascar. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, open areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stathmostelma incarnatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stathmostelma incarnatum has yellow flowers with red centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stathmostelma incarnatum is a succulent shrub that is native to South Africa. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. Take a cutting of a stem with a few leaves attached and allow it to dry out for a few days. Then, plant it in well-draining soil and water it regularly. It should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Stathmostelma incarnatum

Stathmostelma incarnatum can be found in the tropical forests of Madagascar.

Stathmostelma incarnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stathmostelma incarnatum?

Stathmostelma incarnatum

What is the natural habitat of Stathmostelma incarnatum?

It is found in dry savannas and grasslands of Africa.

What are the characteristics of Stathmostelma incarnatum?

It is a small shrub with yellow flowers and long, thin leaves.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

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