Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
anomala
ID:
739556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 18: 398 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738889



Common Names

  • Stelestylis anomala
  • Anomalous Stelestylis
  • Stelestylis Anomala


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Description

Stelestylis anomala (also called Anomalous Stelestylis, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It grows in wetland habitats such as bogs, swamps, and wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Stelestylis anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Stelestylis anomala has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of opposite, linear-lanceolate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Stelestylis anomala: Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome in spring or early summer. Plant in a moist, humus-rich soil in a semi-shaded position. It is suitable for bog gardens. It is also suitable for growing in containers.

Where to Find Stelestylis anomala

Stelestylis anomala is native to Australia and can be found in wetland habitats.

Stelestylis anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelestylis anomala?

Stelestylis anomala

What is the family of Stelestylis anomala?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Stelestylis anomala?

Grassy areas

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287700: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.