Steganthera hentyi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hentyi
ID:
506675
Status:
valid
Authors:
Philipson
Source:
ksu
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Blumea 29: 487 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506007
Common Names
- Hentyi Steganthera
- Steganthera Hentyi
- Hentyi Palm
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Steganthera hentyi (also called Steganthera hentyi, 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 hentyi 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 hentyi 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 hentyi 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 hentyi
Steganthera hentyi is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.
Steganthera hentyi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Steganthera hentyi?
Steganthera hentyi
What type of plant is Steganthera hentyi?
Tree
Where is Steganthera hentyi 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
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:905335-1: Based on the initial data import