Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
ledermannii
ID:
506578

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Perkins) Kaneh. & Hatus.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505910



Common Names

  • Ledermann's steganthera
  • Ledermann steganthera
  • Steganthera ledermannii


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Synonyms

  • Anthobembix ledermannii Perkins [unknown]

Description

Steganthera ledermannii (also called Ledermann's Steganthera, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, white flowers in the spring. It grows in moist, shady areas and is tolerant of drought.

Uses & Benefits

Steganthera ledermannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Steganthera ledermannii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steganthera ledermannii is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m (6ft) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings, layering or division of mature plants.

Where to Find Steganthera ledermannii

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

Steganthera ledermannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steganthera ledermannii?

Steganthera ledermannii

What is the family of Steganthera ledermannii?

Melastomataceae

Where is Steganthera ledermannii native to?

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

Janet Russell Perkins (1835-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perkins' 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:582422-1: Based on the initial data import