Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sararensis
ID:
88361

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cuatrec.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 9: 248 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087690



Common Names

  • Steiractinia Sararensis
  • Sararensis Sea Fan
  • Coral Fan


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Description

Steiractinia sararensis (also called Sararén Stair-Step Moss, among many other common names) is a species of moss in the family Pottiaceae. It is native to South America, where it grows in humid, shady places such as forests, meadows, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Steiractinia sararensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Steiractinia sararensis has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steiractinia sararensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be propagated by seed or division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Steiractinia sararensis

Steiractinia sararensis is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in the Aegean Sea.

Steiractinia sararensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steiractinia sararensis?

Steiractinia sararensis

What type of plant is Steiractinia sararensis?

Steiractinia sararensis is a shrub

What is the natural habitat of Steiractinia sararensis?

Steiractinia sararensis is native to the Mediterranean region

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

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-4404: Based on the initial data import
José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.