Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Species:
cuneatus
ID:
499329

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Veg. Erde 9(III 2): 263 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498661



Common Names

  • Stachyanthus cuneatus
  • Wedge-shaped Stachyanthus
  • Wedge-shaped Broom


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Synonyms

  • Neostachyanthus cuneatus (Engl.) Exell & Mendonça [unknown]

Description

Stachyanthus cuneatus (also called Wedge-shaped Stachyanthus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Stemonuraceae. It is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 55 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stachyanthus cuneatus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stachyanthus cuneatus are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachyanthus cuneatus is a shrub that can be propagated from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The cuttings should be placed in a warm, sunny location and should be given plenty of indirect light. The cuttings should be watered regularly to ensure that the soil is kept moist. The cuttings should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stachyanthus cuneatus

Stachyanthus cuneatus is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Stachyanthus cuneatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachyanthus cuneatus?

Stachyanthus cuneatus

What is the common name of Stachyanthus cuneatus?

Cuneate Stachyanthus

What is the family of Stachyanthus cuneatus?

Acanthaceae

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

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