Status:
valid
Authors:
Sieber ex Spreng.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. 4(2): 124 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492055
Common Names
- Spathulata Stackhousia
- Stackhousia spathulata
- Spathulata Stackhousia
Synonyms
- Tripterococcus spathulatus (Sieber ex Spreng.) F.Muell. ex Schuch. [unknown]
- Stackhousia cuneata A.Cunn. ex Hook.f. [unknown]
- Stackhousia maculata Sieber ex Hook.f. [unknown]
- Stackhousia spathulata genuina Pamp. [invalid]
- Stackhousia spathulata maculata (Hook.f.) Pamp. [valid]
- Stackhousia spathulata obcordata Pamp. [valid]
Description
Stackhousia spathulata (also called 'Spathulate 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 spathulata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stackhousia spathulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stackhousia spathulata 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 spathulata
Stackhousia spathulata is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales and Victoria.
Stackhousia spathulata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stackhousia spathulata?
Stackhousia spathulata is native to Australia.
What is the size of Stackhousia spathulata?
Stackhousia spathulata typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 meters.
What is the scientific name of Stackhousia spathulata?
The scientific name of Stackhousia spathulata is Stackhousia spathulata.
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,