Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Don
Source:
gcc
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 16(2): 291 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000044114
Common Names
- Stifftia parviflora
- Smallflower Stifftia
- Small-flowered Stifftia
Synonyms
- Augusta parviflora Leandro [unknown]
- Stifftia racemosa H.Rob. [unknown]
- Plazia parviflora Spreng. [unknown]
Description
Stifftia parviflora (also called smallflower stifftia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers and grows to a height of about 1 foot. It is found in open fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas, and prefers sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Stifftia parviflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea and as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stifftia parviflora has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stifftia parviflora is a perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate by seed, which should be sown in a sunny spot in early spring. The soil should be well-drained and light. The plant can also be propagated by division in early spring. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month.
Where to Find Stifftia parviflora
Stifftia parviflora is native to the Caribbean. It can be found in dry, open habitats such as grasslands, shrublands, and open woodlands.
Stifftia parviflora FAQ
What type of plant is Stifftia parviflora?
Stifftia parviflora is a shrub
What is the flowering period of Stifftia parviflora?
The flowering period of Stifftia parviflora is from July to August
What is the optimal soil type for Stifftia parviflora?
Stifftia parviflora prefers well-drained, sandy soils
Species in the Stifftia genus
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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,
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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,