Status:
valid
Authors:
Woodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 21: 613 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321492
Common Names
- Temenia Stenantha
- Narrow-Flowered Temenia
- Thin-Flowered Temenia
Description
Temnadenia stenantha (also called Stenanthe Temnadenia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub found in Australia. It has a single, erect, woody stem and a single, erect, woolly, yellow flower. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands at elevations of 0 to 400 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Temenia stenantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to produce essential oils for use in perfumes and cosmetics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Temnadenia stenantha has small, white flowers with a yellow center. Seed: The seeds of Temnadenia stenantha are small, brown and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Temnadenia stenantha are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Temnadenia stenantha can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and each section should be planted in a separate pot.
Where to Find Temnadenia stenantha
Temnadenia stenantha is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Temnadenia stenantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Temnadenia stenantha?
Temnadenia stenantha
What is the common name of Temnadenia stenantha?
Stenantha
What is the family of Temnadenia stenantha?
Fabaceae
Species in the Temnadenia genus
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,