Stillingia linearifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
317631
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Watson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. Arts 14: 297 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316963
Common Names
- Stillingia Linearifolia
- Linear-leaf Stillingia
- Linearleaf Stillingia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Stillingia gymnogyna Pax & K.Hoffm. [unknown]
Description
Stillingia linearifolia (also called Stillingia linearifolia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has a woody stem, and its leaves are linear-lanceolate, and its flowers are white or pink. It grows in moist areas, such as along streams, in forests, and in grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Stillingia linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stillingia linearifolia is white, with a yellow center, and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stillingia linearifolia is a terrestrial orchid that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It can be propagated by division or seed and can take up to two years to reach maturity.
Where to Find Stillingia linearifolia
Stillingia linearifolia is native to the southeastern United States, from Texas to Florida and north to Virginia. It can be found in dry, sandy soils in open woods and fields.
Stillingia linearifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stillingia linearifolia?
Stillingia linearifolia
What is the common name of Stillingia linearifolia?
Linear-leaved Stillingia
What is the natural habitat of Stillingia linearifolia?
Mountainous regions of the Southern Appalachian Mountains
Species in the Stillingia genus
Stillingia acutifolia, Stillingia aquatica, Stillingia argutedentata, Stillingia bicarpellaris, Stillingia bodenbenderi, Stillingia dichotoma, Stillingia diphtherina, Stillingia linearifolia, Stillingia lineata, Stillingia oppositifolia, Stillingia parvifolia, Stillingia paucidentata, Stillingia peruviana, Stillingia querceticola, Stillingia salpingadenia, Stillingia sanguinolenta, Stillingia saxatilis, Stillingia scutellifera, Stillingia spinulosa, Stillingia sylvatica, Stillingia terminalis, Stillingia texana, Stillingia trapezoidea, Stillingia treculiana, Stillingia uleana, Stillingia zelayensis, Stillingia tenella,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197908: Based on the initial data import
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.