Stromanthe sellowiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sellowiana
ID:
563665
Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 147 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000562997
Common Names
- Sellow's Stromanthe
- Sellow's Prayer Plant
- Sellow's Stromanthe Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stromanthe sellowiana (also called Sellow's stromanthe, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in sunny or partially shaded areas.
Uses & Benefits
Stromanthe sellowiana is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used as a food source, as its fruits are edible and can be cooked and eaten. The leaves of the plant are also edible and can be used in salads and soups.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stromanthe sellowiana is large and white, with six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stromanthe sellowiana is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done by stem cuttings.
Where to Find Stromanthe sellowiana
Stromanthe sellowiana can be found in the tropical regions of Brazil.
Stromanthe sellowiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stromanthe sellowiana?
Stromanthe sellowiana
What is the family of Stromanthe sellowiana?
Marantaceae
What is the common name of Stromanthe sellowiana?
Sellow's stromanthe
Species in the Stromanthe genus
Stromanthe angustifolia, Stromanthe boliviana, Stromanthe confusa, Stromanthe glabra, Stromanthe guapilesensis, Stromanthe hjalmarssonii, Stromanthe jacquinii, Stromanthe macrochlamys, Stromanthe palustris, Stromanthe papillosa, Stromanthe pluriflora, Stromanthe popolucana, Stromanthe porteana, Stromanthe ramosissima, Stromanthe schottiana, Stromanthe sellowiana, Stromanthe stromanthoides, Stromanthe thalia, Stromanthe tonckat, Stromanthe bahiensis, Stromanthe idroboi,
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-267363: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.