Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
sylvatica
ID:
317713

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1767

Citation Micro:
Mant. Pl. 1: 126 (1767)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317045



Common Names

  • Stillingia Sylvatica
  • Woodland Stillingia
  • Woodlandleaf Stillingia


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Synonyms

  • Sapium sylvaticum Torr. [unknown]
  • Stillingia angustifolia Engl. ex S.Watson [unknown]
  • Stillingia lanceolata Nutt. [unknown]
  • Stillingia salicifolia Raf. [unknown]
  • Stillingia salicifolia Small [unknown]
  • Stillingia smallii Wooton & Standl. [unknown]
  • Stillingia spathulata Small [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica angustifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica salicifolia Torr. [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica spathulata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica sylvatica [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica tenuis (Small) D.J.Rogers [unknown]
  • Stillingia tenuis Small [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica major Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica minor Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Ditrysinia sylvatica Raf. [unknown]
  • Excoecaria sylvatica Baill. [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica sylvatica [unknown]
  • Stillingia sylvatica genuina Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Stillingia sylvatica (also called Woodland Stillingia, among many other common names) is a species of Euphorbiaceae family. It is a shrub or small tree, growing in dry, open habitats in the western United States. It has alternate, lanceolate leaves that are dark green and smooth above, and paler and hairy below. The flowers are small, yellow and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Stillingia sylvatica has been used as a medicinal herb for treating skin conditions, respiratory issues, and digestive problems. It is also used as a dye plant and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stillingia sylvatica is a yellow-green color and has five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings have a single stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stillingia sylvatica 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 sylvatica

Stillingia sylvatica is native to the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Stillingia sylvatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stillingia sylvatica?

Stillingia sylvatica

What is the common name of Stillingia sylvatica?

Queen's Delight

What is the natural habitat of Stillingia sylvatica?

Moist woods, thickets, and swamps

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