Stenoptera laxiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laxiflora
ID:
317078
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Schweinf.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1941
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 9: 219 (1941)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316410
Common Names
- Laxiflora Stenoptera
- Stenoptera
- Laxiflora
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenogyne laxiflora (also called Lax-flowered Stenogyne, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrtaceae. It is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stenoptera laxiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive, fragrant flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenoptera laxiflora is a small, white, five-petaled bloom. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, green, and delicate.
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Stenoptera laxiflora is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination, which usually takes place within two weeks. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm, humid environment until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Stenoptera laxiflora
Stenoptera laxiflora is native to South America and can be found in the countries of Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.
Stenoptera laxiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenoptera laxiflora?
Stenoptera laxiflora
What is the common name of Stenoptera laxiflora?
Hawaiian Sandalwood
What is the natural habitat of Stenoptera laxiflora?
Dry forests and shrublands
Species in the Stenoptera genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197350: Based on the initial data import
Charles Schweinfurth (1890-1970): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Schweinf.' in the authors string.