Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lepidoto-stellata
ID:
492574

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mildbr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 62: 361 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491906



Common Names

  • Lepidoto-stellata Sterculia
  • Lepidoto-stellata
  • Sterculia Lepidoto-stellata


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Description

Sterculia lepidoto-stellata (also called Starry-leaved Sterculia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Sterculiaceae family. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 20 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland forests. It is found in a variety of habitats, including primary and secondary forests, as well as disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia lepidoto-stellata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sterculia lepidoto-stellata are yellow-green in color and are borne in clusters at the ends of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and hairless.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia lepidoto-stellata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained, light soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sterculia lepidoto-stellata

Sterculia lepidoto-stellata is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Sterculia lepidoto-stellata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia lepidoto-stellata?

Sterculia lepidoto-stellata

What is the family of Sterculia lepidoto-stellata?

Sterculiaceae

What is the common name of Sterculia lepidoto-stellata?

Lepidoto-stellata Sterculia

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,