Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ghoguei
ID:
745530

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.Pfeifer & Rutish.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Novon 19: 103 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744863



Common Names

  • Ghoguei Stonesia
  • Stonesia ghoguei
  • Stonesia


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Description

Stonesia ghoguei (also called Ghogue's Stonesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Madagascar. It typically grows up to 3-4 feet tall and wide and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stonesia ghoguei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower for bouquets. It is also used to attract butterflies and hummingbirds to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stonesia ghoguei is a small white or yellowish flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stonesia ghoguei is a shrub that can be propagated through cuttings or layering. It prefers partial shade and acidic, well-drained soil. It is frost tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Stonesia ghoguei

Stonesia ghoguei is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Stonesia ghoguei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stonesia ghoguei?

Stonesia ghoguei

What is the common name of Stonesia ghoguei?

Ghogue's Stonesia

Where is Stonesia ghoguei found?

It is found in Mexico and Guatemala

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,

References

Rolf Rutishauser (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutish.' in the authors string.
Evelin Pfeifer: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Pfeifer' in the authors string.