Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Genus:
Species:
stenophylla
ID:
817249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Hausskn. ex Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Orient. 3: 891 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816583



Common Names

  • Michauxia stenophylla
  • Narrow-leaved Michauxia
  • Stenophylla Michauxia


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Description

Michauxia stenophylla (also called Stenophyllous Michauxia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also found in tropical Asia, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Michauxia stenophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Michauxia stenophylla is white and bell-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Michauxia stenophylla is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 3 meters. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Michauxia stenophylla

Michauxia stenophylla is native to Central and South America and is found in lowland rainforests.

Michauxia stenophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Michauxia stenophylla?

Michauxia stenophylla

What is the common name of Michauxia stenophylla?

Narrow-leaved Michauxia

Where is Michauxia stenophylla native to?

Central and Southern Europe

Species in the Campanulaceae family

Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354459: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Carl Haussknecht (1838-1903): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hausskn.' in the authors string.