Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rugosa
ID:
317007

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1830

Citation Micro:
Edwards's Bot. Reg. 15: t. 1292 (1830)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316339

Common Names

  • Rugosa Stenogyne
  • Hawaiian Sage
  • Hawaiian Mint

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Synonyms

  • Stenogyne mollissima (Skottsb.) H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa imberbis H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa mollis Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa mollissima Skottsb. [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa monticola H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa pubens H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa pubinervis H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa punaensis H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa remota H.St.John [unknown]
  • Stenogyne rugosa subulata Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne mollis (Sherff) St.John [unknown]

Description

Stenogyne rugosa (also called Rugose Stenogyne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenogyne rugosa has been used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenogyne rugosa is a small, white, tubular flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenogyne rugosa is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination, which usually takes place within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Stenogyne rugosa

Stenogyne rugosa is native to Hawaii and can be found in the islands of Kauai, Oahu, and Molokai.

Stenogyne rugosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenogyne rugosa?

Stenogyne rugosa

What is the common name of Stenogyne rugosa?

Hawaiian Sandalwood

What is the natural habitat of Stenogyne rugosa?

Dry forests and shrublands

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197281: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.