Status:
valid
Authors:
(Stapf) Isawumi
Source:
gcc
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 104(5-6): 311 (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000028593
Common Names
- Baccharoides Stenostegia
- Baccharoides
- Stenostegia
Synonyms
- Candidea stenostegia Stapf [unknown]
- Vernonia stenostegia (Stapf) Hutch. & Dalziel [unknown]
Description
Baccharoides stenostegia (also called Stenostegia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem with small, yellow flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Baccharoides stenostegia is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. Its leaves are also used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments, and its flowers are used to make tea. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves are edible and can be cooked and eaten.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Baccharoides stenostegia is yellow and tubular, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a rosette of leaves at the base.
Cultivation and Propagation
Baccharoides stenostegia is a perennial herb that grows in dry, rocky areas. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Baccharoides stenostegia
Baccharoides stenostegia can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Baccharoides stenostegia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Baccharoides stenostegia?
Baccharoides stenostegia
What are the common names of Baccharoides stenostegia?
Common names of Baccharoides stenostegia include the Narrow-leaved Baccharoides and Narrow-leaved Paper Daisy.
Where is Baccharoides stenostegia found?
Baccharoides stenostegia is found in South Africa.
Species in the Baccharoides genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,
References
Moses A. Isawumi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Isawumi' in the authors string.