Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
stelligera
ID:
458705

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br. ex DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 1: 344 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000458037



Common Names

  • Star-like Tremandra
  • Star-like Stelligera
  • Star-like


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Synonyms

  • Tremandra oppositifolia Steetz [unknown]
  • Tremandra stelligera hispida Benth. [unknown]

Description

Tremandra stelligera (also called Star Tassels, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Australia. It has small pink flowers with four petals and star-shaped leaves. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the south-east of the continent.

Uses & Benefits

Tremandra stelligera is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, and is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, insomnia, and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tremandra stelligera has small white flowers with four petals and a yellow centre. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tremandra stelligera is a small herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and watered regularly to keep the soil moist. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season. Division can be done in spring or autumn by carefully separating the roots and replanting in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Tremandra stelligera

Tremandra stelligera is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Tremandra stelligera FAQ

What is the common name of Tremandra stelligera?

Star-flower

What is the natural habitat of Tremandra stelligera?

Dry sclerophyll forests and heathlands

What is the flowering period of Tremandra stelligera?

Late winter to early summer

Species in the Tremandra genus

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:836215-1: Based on the initial data import