Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Moore
Source:
ksu
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 390 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504866
Common Names
- Stenocarpus comptonii
- Comptonii Stenocarpus
- Stenocarpus Comptonii
Description
Stenocarpus comptonii (also called Compton's Stenocarpus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has narrow, oblong leaves and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Stenocarpus comptonii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenocarpus comptonii is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenocarpus comptonii is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a mix of sand and peat. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they are well-rooted.
Where to Find Stenocarpus comptonii
Stenocarpus comptonii is native to the Andes Mountains of South America, and can be found in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.
Stenocarpus comptonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenocarpus comptonii?
Stenocarpus comptonii
What type of plant is Stenocarpus comptonii?
It is a shrub
Where is Stenocarpus comptonii found?
It is found in the tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Stenocarpus genus
Stenocarpus villosus,
Stenocarpus dumbeensis,
Stenocarpus intermedius,
Stenocarpus heterophyllus,
Stenocarpus gracilis,
Stenocarpus milnei,
Stenocarpus davallioides,
Stenocarpus cunninghamii,
Stenocarpus cryptocarpus,
Stenocarpus verticis,
Stenocarpus trinervis,
Stenocarpus tremuloides,
Stenocarpus salignus,
Stenocarpus rubiginosus,
Stenocarpus reticulatus,
Stenocarpus phyllodineus,
Stenocarpus moorei,
Stenocarpus angustifolius,
Stenocarpus acacioides,
Stenocarpus comptonii,
Stenocarpus sinuatus,
Stenocarpus umbellifer,
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,