Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
hospitans
ID:
506696

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Becc.) Kaneh. & Hatus.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 56: 256 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506028



Common Names

  • Hospitans Steganthera
  • Steganthera Hospitans
  • Hospitans Palm


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Synonyms

  • Steganthera insignis Perkins [unknown]
  • Anthobembix hospitans Perkins [unknown]
  • Kibara hospitans Becc. [unknown]

Description

Steganthera hospitans (also called Steganthera hospitans, 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 hospitans has been used for medicinal purposes as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Steganthera hospitans is small, white, and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steganthera hospitans is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 10 m (33 ft) tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Steganthera hospitans

Steganthera hospitans is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Steganthera hospitans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steganthera hospitans?

Steganthera hospitans

What type of plant is Steganthera hospitans?

Tree

Where is Steganthera hospitans native to?

Central and South America

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

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
Ryōzō Kanehira (1882-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaneh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:582418-1: Based on the initial data import