Status:
valid
Authors:
Dunlop
Source:
gcc
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 3(2): 174 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000000840
Common Names
- Slender-flowered Streptoglossa
- Slender-flowered Streptoglossa
- Slender-flowered Streptoglossa
Description
Streptoglossa tenuiflora (also called Narrow-leaved Streptoglossa, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has narrow, lanceolate leaves and small yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Streptoglossa tenuiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Streptoglossa tenuiflora is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Streptoglossa tenuiflora is a perennial herb that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Streptoglossa tenuiflora
Streptoglossa tenuiflora can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Streptoglossa tenuiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Streptoglossa tenuiflora?
Streptoglossa tenuiflora
What is the common name of Streptoglossa tenuiflora?
Slender-flowered Streptoglossa
What is the family of Streptoglossa tenuiflora?
Asteraceae
Species in the Streptoglossa 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,