Stackhousia scoparia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
scoparia
ID:
492721
Status:
valid
Authors:
Benth.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 409 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492053
Common Names
- Scoparia Stackhousia
- Stackhousia scoparia
- Scoparia Stackhousia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stackhousia scoparia (also called 'Scoparia Stackhousia', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Stackhousia scoparia is used for timber, fuel, and as a source of food for humans and animals. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stackhousia scoparia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stackhousia scoparia is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.5–2 m. It prefers a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Stackhousia scoparia
Stackhousia scoparia is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Stackhousia scoparia FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stackhousia scoparia?
Stackhousia scoparia is native to Australia.
What is the size of Stackhousia scoparia?
Stackhousia scoparia typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters.
What is the scientific name of Stackhousia scoparia?
The scientific name of Stackhousia scoparia is Stackhousia scoparia.
Species in the Stackhousia genus
Stackhousia annua, Stackhousia aspericocca, Stackhousia clementii, Stackhousia dielsii, Stackhousia megaloptera, Stackhousia minima, Stackhousia muricata, Stackhousia nuda, Stackhousia pulvinaris, Stackhousia scoparia, Stackhousia spathulata, Stackhousia umbellata, Stackhousia viminea, Stackhousia intermedia, Stackhousia subterranea, Stackhousia stratfordiae, Stackhousia monogyna,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:821910-1: Based on the initial data import