Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
durantifolia
ID:
496228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Sw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1791

Citation Micro:
Observ. Bot. : 240 (1791)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000495560



Common Names

  • Durantifolia Stemodia
  • Durantifolia Starwort
  • Durantifolia Starweed


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Synonyms

  • Lysimachia coerulea-galericulata Sloane [unknown]
  • Capraria oppositifolia L. [unknown]
  • Stemodiacra durantifolia (L.) Morong [unknown]
  • Phaelypaea erecta P.Browne [unknown]

Description

Stemodia durantifolia (also called 'Duranta Stemodia', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in rocky, dry habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stemodia durantifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat skin conditions, respiratory problems, and digestive issues.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stemodia durantifolia var. chilensis (Benth.) C.C.Cowan
Stemodia durantifolia var. durantifolia

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stemodia durantifolia has small yellow flowers with a white center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stemodia durantifolia can be propagated by seed or division. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Stemodia durantifolia

Stemodia durantifolia is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Stemodia durantifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stemodia durantifolia?

Stemodia durantifolia

What is the common name of Stemodia durantifolia?

Duranta-leaved stemodia

What is the natural habitat of Stemodia durantifolia?

Dry, rocky slopes and grasslands

Species in the Stemodia genus

Stemodia hassleriana, Stemodia grossa, Stemodia lathraia, Stemodia maritima, Stemodia lythrifolia, Stemodia jorullensis, Stemodia kingii, Stemodia linophylla, Stemodia florulenta, Stemodia foliosa, Stemodia fruticosa, Stemodia fruticulosa, Stemodia glabella, Stemodia flaccida, Stemodia debilis, Stemodia durantifolia, Stemodia chiapensis, Stemodia viscosa, Stemodia pubescens, Stemodia peduncularis, Stemodia tephropelina, Stemodia verticillata, Stemodia serrata, Stemodia chodati, Stemodia hyptoides, Stemodia lobelioides, Stemodia microphylla, Stemodia palustris, Stemodia scoparioides, Stemodia stricta, Stemodia suffruticosa, Stemodia tenuifolia, Stemodia schottii, Stemodia piurensis, Stemodia palmeri, Stemodia macrantha, Stemodia trifoliata, Stemodia lanceolata, Stemodia bartsioides, Stemodia lanata, Stemodia purpusii, Stemodia coahuilensis, Stemodia veronicoides, Stemodia diplohyptoides, Stemodia pusilla, Stemodia perfoliata, Stemodia chodatii, Stemodia anisata,

Species in the Plantaginaceae family

Acanthorrhinum ramosissimum, Adenosma annamense, Adenosma bracteosum, Adenosma camphoratum, Adenosma cordifolium, Adenosma debilis, Adenosma elsholtzioides, Adenosma glutinosum, Adenosma hirsutum, Adenosma indianum, Adenosma inopinatum, Adenosma javanicum, Adenosma macrophyllum, Adenosma malabaricum, Adenosma microcephalum, Adenosma muelleri, Adenosma nelsonioides, Adenosma papuana, Adenosma punctata, Adenosma retusilobum, Adenosma subrepens, Adenosma ternata, Adenosma thorelii, Agathelpis adunca, Agathelpis brevifolia, Agathelpis mucronata, Albraunia foveopilosa, Albraunia fugax, Albraunia psilosperma, Anamaria heterophylla, Anarrhinum bellidifolium, Anarrhinum corsicum, Anarrhinum duriminium, Anarrhinum forsskaolii, Anarrhinum fruticosum, Anarrhinum intermedium, Anarrhinum laxiflorum, Anarrhinum longipedicellatum, Anarrhinum orientale, Anarrhinum pedatum, Anarrhinum forskaohlii, Ancistrostylis harmandii, Angelonia acuminatissima, Angelonia alternifolia, Angelonia angustifolia, Angelonia arguta, Angelonia biflora, Angelonia bisaccata, Angelonia blanchetii, Angelonia campestris,

References

Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:328499-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].