Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stenostachya
ID:
453153

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Proc. Linn. Soc. New South Wales , ser. 2, 5: 186 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000452485



Common Names

  • Stenostachya Musgravea
  • Musgravea stenostachya
  • Musgravea tree


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Description

Musgravea stenostachya (also called Stenostachya Musgravea, among many other common names) is an epiphytic or lithophytic herb that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Musgravea stenostachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a medicinal plant to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Musgravea stenostachya has small white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Musgravea stenostachya is a small evergreen tree native to tropical Asia. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Musgravea stenostachya

Musgravea stenostachya is native to the Caribbean islands, Central America, and northern South America.

Musgravea stenostachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Musgravea stenostachya?

Musgravea stenostachya

What is the family of Musgravea stenostachya?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Musgravea stenostachya?

Narrow-spiked Musgravea

Species in the Musgravea genus

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,