Steganthera alpina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
506686
Status:
valid
Authors:
Perkins
Source:
ksu
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 52: 201 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506018
Common Names
- Alpina Steganthera
- Steganthera Alpina
- Alpina Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Steganthera alpina (also called Steganthera alpina, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It is found in humid habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests. It is characterized by its large, leathery leaves, which can reach up to 30 cm in length, and its small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Steganthera alpina has been used medicinally as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Steganthera alpina has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Steganthera alpina is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Steganthera alpina
Steganthera alpina is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Steganthera alpina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Steganthera alpina?
Steganthera alpina
What type of plant is Steganthera alpina?
Tree
Where is Steganthera alpina native to?
Central and South America
Species in the Steganthera genus
Steganthera odontophylla, Steganthera salomonensis, Steganthera royenii, Steganthera pycnoneura, Steganthera psychotrioides, Steganthera parvifolia, Steganthera oligantha, Steganthera stevensii, Steganthera myrtifolia, Steganthera moszkowskii, Steganthera macooraia, Steganthera ledermannii, Steganthera insculpta, Steganthera symplocoides, Steganthera suberoso-alata, Steganthera hirsuta, Steganthera ilicifolia, Steganthera chimbuensis, Steganthera hentyi, Steganthera fasciculata, Steganthera dentata, Steganthera australiana, Steganthera alpina, Steganthera cyclopensis, Steganthera hospitans, Steganthera cooperorum, Steganthera laxiflora,
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans, Carnegieodoxa eximia, Decarydendron helenae, Decarydendron lamii, Decarydendron perrieri, Decarydendron ranomafanense, Ephippiandra domatiata, Ephippiandra madagascariensis, Ephippiandra masoalensis, Ephippiandra microphylla, Ephippiandra myrtoidea, Ephippiandra perrieri, Ephippiandra tsaratanensis, Faika villosa, Grazielanthus arkeocarpus, Hedycarya alternifolia, Hedycarya angustifolia, Hedycarya aragoensis, Hedycarya arborea, Hedycarya badaunii, Hedycarya chrysophylla, Hedycarya cupulata, Hedycarya denticulata, Hedycarya dorstenioides, Hedycarya engleriana, Hedycarya erythrocarpa, Hedycarya loxocarya, Hedycarya neoebudica, Hedycarya parvifolia, Hedycarya perbracteolata, Hedycarya rivularis, Hedycarya symplocoides, Hedycarya baudouinii, Hemmantia webbii, Hennecartia omphalandra, Hortonia floribunda, Hortonia ovalifolia, Hortonia angustifolia, Kairoa suberosa, Kairoa endressiana, Kairoa villosa, Kairoa cromeana, Kibara royenii, Kibara roemeri, Kibara rosselensis, Kibara shungolensis, Kibara sleumeri, Kibara sudestensis, Kibara warenensis, Kibara versteeghii,
References
Janet Russell Perkins (1835-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perkins' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:582408-1: Based on the initial data import