Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
1252977

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
tro

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 361 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252315



Common Names

  • Stenophylla Nama
  • Stenophylla False Babystars
  • Stenophylla False Babystars Nama


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Description

Nama stenophylla (also called Narrow-leaved Nama, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean. It has small, white flowers and is found in dry and wet forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Nama stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Nama stenophylla has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped, hairy leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nama stenophylla can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize as needed.

Where to Find Nama stenophylla

Nama stenophylla is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America.

Nama stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nama stenophylla?

Nama stenophylla

What type of plant is Nama stenophylla?

Herb

Where is Nama stenophylla found?

Australia

Species in the Nama genus

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50164994: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.