Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
brachyphyllus
ID:
315431

Status:
valid

Authors:
Müll.Arg.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 32: 76 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000314763



Common Names

  • Brachyphyllous Stachystemon
  • Wood Betony
  • Woundwort


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Synonyms

  • Pseudanthus brachyphyllus (Müll.Arg.) F.Muell. [unknown]
  • Stachystemon brevifolius Planch. ex Grüning [unknown]

Description

Stachystemon brachyphyllus (also called Short-leaved Stachystemon, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant with small, white flowers and a hairy stem. It is native to North America, where it grows in moist, shady habitats such as woodlands and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Stachystemon brachyphyllus is a perennial herb that is used in traditional medicine for treating skin and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stachystemon brachyphyllus is a small, white to pinkish-white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stachystemon brachyphyllus can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division is the easiest and quickest method. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist but not wet. The plants should be grown in full sun to partial shade and should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Stachystemon brachyphyllus

Stachystemon brachyphyllus can be found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona and New Mexico.

Stachystemon brachyphyllus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stachystemon brachyphyllus?

Stachystemon brachyphyllus

What is the common name of Stachystemon brachyphyllus?

Short-leaved Stachystemon

What is the habitat of Stachystemon brachyphyllus?

Woodlands, thickets, and roadsides

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References