Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
flexum
ID:
745779

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.E.Jones) Reveal

Source:
cmp

Year:
1976

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 28: 249 (1976)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745112



Common Names

  • Stenogonum Flexum
  • Flexible Stenogonum
  • Flexible-Stemmed Stenogonum


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Description

Stenogonum flexum (also called Flexible Stenogonum, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, ovate leaves and yellow flowers. It is typically found in grasslands and prefers sunny, dry environments.

Uses & Benefits

Stenogonum flexum is a flowering plant that is often used as an ornamental in gardens. It is also known to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenogonum flexum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenogonum flexum is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the roots or by seed. Seeds should be sown in autumn or spring and will germinate in 1-3 months.

Where to Find Stenogonum flexum

Stenogonum flexum is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.

Stenogonum flexum FAQ

What is the common name of Stenogonum flexum?

Flexible stenogonum

What is the optimal temperature for Stenogonum flexum?

65-75 degrees Fahrenheit

What is the optimal soil pH for Stenogonum flexum?

6.1 - 7.8

Species in the Stenogonum genus

Species in the Polygonaceae family

Acanthoscyphus parishii, Afrobrunnichia africana, Afrobrunnichia erecta, Antigonon flavescens, Antigonon guatimalense, Antigonon leptopus, Aristocapsa insignis, Atraphaxis intricata, Atraphaxis angustifolia, Atraphaxis aucheri, Atraphaxis avenia, Atraphaxis badghysi, Atraphaxis billardieri, Atraphaxis bracteata, Atraphaxis canescens, Atraphaxis caucasica, Atraphaxis compacta, Atraphaxis daghestanica, Atraphaxis decipiens, Atraphaxis frutescens, Atraphaxis grandiflora, Atraphaxis irtyschensis, Atraphaxis karataviensis, Atraphaxis kopetdagensis, Atraphaxis laetevirens, Atraphaxis macrocarpa, Atraphaxis manshurica, Atraphaxis muschketowii, Atraphaxis pungens, Atraphaxis pyrifolia, Atraphaxis rodinii, Atraphaxis seravschanica, Atraphaxis spinosa, Atraphaxis suaedifolia, Atraphaxis teretifolia, Atraphaxis virgata, Atraphaxis arianum, Atraphaxis atraphaxiforme, Atraphaxis toktogulicum, Brunnichia ovata, Calligonum acanthopterum, Calligonum aciferum, Calligonum aculeatum, Calligonum aequilaterale, Calligonum alaschanicum, Calligonum alatiforme, Calligonum alatum, Calligonum amoenum, Calligonum androssowii, Calligonum aphyllum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2897934: Based on the initial data import
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.
Marcus E. Jones (1852-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.E.Jones' in the authors string.