Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
stylaris
ID:
739543

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gleason) Harling

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 18: 394 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000738876



Common Names

  • Stelestylis stylaris
  • Stylar Stelestylis
  • Stelestylis Stylaris


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Synonyms

  • Carludovica stylaris Gleason [unknown]

Description

Stelestylis stylaris (also called Stylish 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 stylaris 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

The flowers of Stelestylis stylaris are small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Stelestylis stylaris: 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 stylaris

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

Stelestylis stylaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stelestylis stylaris?

Stelestylis stylaris

What is the family of Stelestylis stylaris?

Asteraceae

What is the habitat of Stelestylis stylaris?

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-287699: Based on the initial data import
Gunnar Harling (1920-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harling' in the authors string.
Henry Gleason (1882-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gleason' in the authors string.