Status:
valid
Authors:
(Wedd.) P.Royen
Source:
cmp
Year:
1950
Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 37: 127. 1950 ; (Fl. Panama, Pt. 5, 113)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452651
Common Names
- Marathrum stenocarpum
- Stenocarpum Marathrum
- Stenocarpum Marathrum Plant
Description
Marathrum stenocarpum (also called Narrow-fruited Marathrum, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous annual native to the western United States and Canada. It typically grows in dry, open areas such as grasslands, woodlands, and shrublands. It has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center, and thin, linear leaves with a lanceolate shape.
Uses & Benefits
Marathrum stenocarpum has been used for medicinal purposes, such as for treating skin diseases, digestive disorders, and as an antiseptic. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics and as a fertilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Marathrum stenocarpum is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Marathrum stenocarpum is a small shrub or tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is best propagated from seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings, but this is not as reliable. Once established, it is drought tolerant and requires minimal care.
Where to Find Marathrum stenocarpum
Marathrum stenocarpum is native to the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, France, and Greece.
Marathrum stenocarpum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Marathrum stenocarpum?
Marathrum stenocarpum
What is the common name of Marathrum stenocarpum?
Stenocarp Marathrum
What is the natural habitat of Marathrum stenocarpum?
Dry grasslands and open woodlands
Species in the Marathrum genus
Marathrum aeruginosum,
Marathrum foeniculaceum,
Marathrum capillaceum,
Marathrum utile,
Marathrum tenue,
Marathrum stenocarpum,
Marathrum schiedeanum,
Marathrum azarensis,
Marathrum plumosum,
Marathrum cheiriferum,
Marathrum striatifolium,
Marathrum rubrum,
Marathrum cubanum,
Marathrum trichophorum,
Marathrum pauciflorum,
Species in the Podostemaceae family
Angolaea fluitans,
Apinagia aripecuruensis,
Apinagia arminensis,
Apinagia batrachifolia,
Apinagia boliviana,
Apinagia brevicaulis,
Apinagia crispa,
Apinagia digitata,
Apinagia dissecta,
Apinagia divaricata,
Apinagia fimbrifolia,
Apinagia flexuosa,
Apinagia fluitans,
Apinagia fucoides,
Apinagia gardneriana,
Apinagia glaziovii,
Apinagia goejei,
Apinagia guairaensis,
Apinagia guyanensis,
Apinagia hulkiana,
Apinagia itanensis,
Apinagia kochii,
Apinagia latifolia,
Apinagia leptophylla,
Apinagia longifolia,
Apinagia marowynensis,
Apinagia membranacea,
Apinagia minor,
Apinagia multibranchiata,
Apinagia parvifolia,
Apinagia petiolata,
Apinagia platystigma,
Apinagia pusilla,
Apinagia rangiferina,
Apinagia richardiana,
Apinagia ruppioides,
Apinagia spruceana,
Apinagia staheliana,
Apinagia surumuensis,
Apinagia tenuifolia,
Apinagia treslingiana,
Apinagia versteegiana,
Apinagia brejoagrestinensis,
Autana andersonii,
Castelnavia noveloi,
Castelnavia cuneifolia,
Castelnavia fimbriata,
Castelnavia fluitans,
Castelnavia lindmaniana,
Castelnavia monandra,