Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
parvifolia
ID:
506570

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Perkins) Kaneh. & Hatus.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 56: 257 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505902



Common Names

  • Small-leaved steganthera
  • Small-leaved steganthera tree
  • Steganthera parvifolia


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Synonyms

  • Steganthera brassii (A.C.Sm.) Kaneh. & Hatus. [unknown]
  • Anthobembix brassii A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Anthobembix parvifolia Perkins [unknown]

Description

Steganthera parvifolia (also called Small-Leaved 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 parvifolia 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

Steganthera parvifolia has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Steganthera parvifolia is an evergreen, perennial, shrub that is native to tropical Africa. It can be propagated from seed or by cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -2°C (28°F). The seed should be sown in spring and the cuttings should be planted in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Steganthera parvifolia

Steganthera parvifolia is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in rocky habitats at elevations of 3,000-4,000 m.

Steganthera parvifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steganthera parvifolia?

Steganthera parvifolia

What is the family of Steganthera parvifolia?

Melastomataceae

Where is Steganthera parvifolia 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:582429-1: Based on the initial data import