Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
hortensiae
ID:
1306605

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.Amorim & Roque

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 308(2): 284 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001319059

Common Names

  • Stylotrichium hortensiae
  • Hortensiae Stylotrichium
  • Stylotrichium Hortensiae

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Description

Stylotrichium hortensiae (also called Hortensia Stylotrichium, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to South America. It has a rhizomatous root system and grows to a height of 1-2m. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stylotrichium hortensiae is used as an ornamental plant and is also used to make herbal tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stylotrichium hortensiae has white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stylotrichium hortensiae is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun in cooler climates. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized every two to three weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stylotrichium hortensiae

Stylotrichium hortensiae is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.

Stylotrichium hortensiae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stylotrichium hortensiae?

Stylotrichium hortensiae

What is the common name of Stylotrichium hortensiae?

Hortensiae Stylotrichium

What is the natural habitat of Stylotrichium hortensiae?

Tropical rainforest in Central and South America

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

Nadia Roque: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roque' in the authors string.
Vivian Oliveira Amorim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Amorim' in the authors string.