Stenogyne viridis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hillebr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1888
Citation Micro:
Fl. Hawaiian Isl. : 361 (1888)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316381
Common Names
- Viridis Stenogyne
- Hawaiian Sage
- Hawaiian Mint
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenogyne viridis (also called Green 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 viridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenogyne viridis 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenogyne viridis 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 viridis
Stenogyne viridis is native to Hawaii and can be found in the islands of Kauai, Oahu, and Molokai.
Stenogyne viridis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenogyne viridis?
Stenogyne viridis
What is the common name of Stenogyne viridis?
Hawaiian Sandalwood
What is the natural habitat of Stenogyne viridis?
Dry forests and shrublands
Species in the Stenogyne genus
Stenogyne angustifolia, Stenogyne bifida, Stenogyne calaminthoides, Stenogyne calycosa, Stenogyne campanulata, Stenogyne cinerea, Stenogyne cranwelliae, Stenogyne haliakalae, Stenogyne kaalae, Stenogyne kamehamehae, Stenogyne kanehoana, Stenogyne macrantha, Stenogyne microphylla, Stenogyne oxygona, Stenogyne purpurea, Stenogyne rotundifolia, Stenogyne rugosa, Stenogyne scrophularioides, Stenogyne sessilis, Stenogyne viridis, Stenogyne kauaulaensis, Stenogyne sherffii,
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-197319: Based on the initial data import
William Hillebrand (1821-1886): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hillebr.' in the authors string.