Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
428380

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Leyb.) Al-Shehbaz

Source:
cmp

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 71: 245 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000427712



Common Names

  • Weberbauera stenophylla
  • Narrow-leaved Weberbauera
  • Weberbauera stenophylla


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Synonyms

  • Stenodraba stenophylla O.E.Schulz [unknown]
  • Draba cauquenensis Phil. [unknown]
  • Draba leyboldii Phil. [unknown]
  • Draba stenophylla Leyb. [unknown]
  • Stenodraba stenophylla leyboldii O.E.Schulz [unknown]

Description

Weberbauera stenophylla (also called narrow-leaved weberbauera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It has an upright growth habit and a trunk with a diameter of up to 15 cm. It grows in tropical dry forests, in the understory of the forest, and in the shrub layer of the forest.

Uses & Benefits

Weberbauera stenophylla is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves. It produces small, white flowers in the summer and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, providing privacy and protection from wind and sun.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Weberbauera stenophylla has small white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Weberbauera stenophylla is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny location and is drought-tolerant once established. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Weberbauera stenophylla

Weberbauera stenophylla can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Weberbauera stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Weberbauera stenophylla?

Weberbauera stenophylla

What is the common name of Weberbauera stenophylla?

Stenophyllous Weberbauera

What is the natural habitat of Weberbauera stenophylla?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2466144: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Leybold (1827-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Leyb.' in the authors string.
Ihsan Ali Al-Shehbaz (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Al-Shehbaz' in the authors string.