Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Species:
salomonensis
ID:
506565

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hemsl.) Philipson

Source:
ksu

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Blumea 29: 490 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505897



Common Names

  • Solomon Islands steganthera
  • Solomon Islands steganthera tree
  • Steganthera salomonensis


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Synonyms

  • Hedycarya salomonensis Hemsl. [unknown]

Description

Steganthera salomonensis (also called Solomon Islands Steganthera, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen shrub native to the Solomon Islands. 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 salomonensis 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 salomonensis 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 salomonensis 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 salomonensis

Steganthera salomonensis can be found in the Solomon Islands.

Steganthera salomonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Steganthera salomonensis?

Steganthera salomonensis

What is the family of Steganthera salomonensis?

Melastomataceae

Where is Steganthera salomonensis native to?

Solomon Islands

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 Hemsley (1843-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hemsl.' in the authors string.
William Philipson (1911-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Philipson' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:914640-1: Based on the initial data import