Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cornales
Family:
Species:
stenocarpus
ID:
503816

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Gilg

Source:
cmp

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 3(6a): 118 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503148



Common Names

  • Stenocarpus Scyphanthus
  • Stenocarpus Swainsona
  • Stenocarpus Pea


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Synonyms

  • Loasa stenocaepa Poepp. [unknown]
  • Ochetocarpus striata Meyen [unknown]
  • Scyphanthus grandiflorus Sweet ex Steud. [unknown]
  • Grammatocarpus volubilis C.Presl [unknown]

Description

Scyphanthus stenocarpus (also called Stenocarpus Scyphanthus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and small white flowers. It grows in grasslands, savannas, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scyphanthus stenocarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scyphanthus stenocarpus is small and white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scyphanthus stenocarpus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Scyphanthus stenocarpus

Scyphanthus stenocarpus is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Scyphanthus stenocarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scyphanthus stenocarpus?

Scyphanthus stenocarpus

What type of plant is Scyphanthus stenocarpus?

A shrub

Where is Scyphanthus stenocarpus found?

It is found in South America

Species in the Scyphanthus genus

Species in the Loasaceae family

Aosa gilgiana, Aosa parviflora, Aosa plumieri, Aosa rupestris, Aosa sigmoidea, Aosa rostrata, Aosa uleana, Aosa grandis, Blumenbachia dissecta, Blumenbachia catharinensis, Blumenbachia eichleri, Blumenbachia espigneera, Blumenbachia exalata, Blumenbachia hieronymi, Blumenbachia insignis, Blumenbachia latifolia, Blumenbachia prietea, Blumenbachia sylvestris, Blumenbachia hierorymi, Blumenbachia amana, Caiophora deserticola, Caiophora aconquijae, Caiophora andina, Caiophora arechavaletae, Caiophora boliviana, Caiophora buraeavi, Caiophora canarinoides, Caiophora carduifolia, Caiophora cernua, Caiophora chuquisacana, Caiophora chuquitensis, Caiophora cirsiifolia, Caiophora clavata, Caiophora contorta, Caiophora coronata, Caiophora dumetorum, Caiophora espigneira, Caiophora grandiflora, Caiophora hibiscifolia, Caiophora lateritia, Caiophora macrantha, Caiophora madrequisa, Caiophora mollis, Caiophora nivalis, Caiophora patagonica, Caiophora pedicularifolia, Caiophora peduncularis, Caiophora pterosperma, Caiophora pulchella, Caiophora rosulata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2598720: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.