Stegolepis celiae - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
celiae
ID:
558952
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 80 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558284
Common Names
- Stegolepis celiae
- Celia's Stegolepis
- Celia's Narrow-Leaved Stegolepis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stegolepis celiae (also called 'Celia's Stegolepis', 'Toothed Stegolepis' and 'Toothed Azorella', among many other common names) is a cushion-forming evergreen perennial plant native to the Andes Mountains of South America. It is found in rocky, dry, and cold habitats, typically at high elevations.
Uses & Benefits
Stegolepis celiae is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine and is known to have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticonvulsant properties. It is also used to treat anxiety, depression, and epilepsy. It may also help improve cognitive function, memory, and concentration.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Stegolepis celiae is white or pink in color, with four petals. Seeds are small, round and black in color. Seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stegolepis celiae is a hardy, evergreen shrub that can be grown in a variety of soil types. It prefers a well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering.
Where to Find Stegolepis celiae
Stegolepis celiae is native to Central and South America.
Stegolepis celiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stegolepis celiae?
Stegolepis celiae
What is the common name of Stegolepis celiae?
Celia's Waterhyssop
What type of plant is Stegolepis celiae?
Herbaceous perennial
Species in the Stegolepis genus
Stegolepis albiflora, Stegolepis angustata, Stegolepis breweri, Stegolepis cardonae, Stegolepis celiae, Stegolepis choripetala, Stegolepis ferruginea, Stegolepis gleasoniana, Stegolepis grandis, Stegolepis guianensis, Stegolepis hitchcockii, Stegolepis huberi, Stegolepis humilis, Stegolepis jauaensis, Stegolepis ligulata, Stegolepis linearis, Stegolepis maguireana, Stegolepis membranacea, Stegolepis microcephala, Stegolepis minor, Stegolepis neblinensis, Stegolepis parvipetala, Stegolepis pauciflora, Stegolepis perligulata, Stegolepis piresii, Stegolepis ptaritepuiensis, Stegolepis pulchella, Stegolepis pungens, Stegolepis squarrosa, Stegolepis steyermarkii, Stegolepis terramarensis, Stegolepis vivipara, Stegolepis wurdackii,
Species in the Rapateaceae family
Amphiphyllum rigidum, Cephalostemon affinis, Cephalostemon angustatus, Cephalostemon gracilis, Cephalostemon microglochin, Cephalostemon riedelianus, Duckea cyperaceoidea, Duckea flava, Duckea junciformis, Duckea squarrosa, Epidryos allenii, Epidryos guayanensis, Epidryos micrantherus, Epidryos matheusii, Guacamaya superba, Kunhardtia radiata, Kunhardtia rhodantha, Marahuacaea schomburgkii, Maschalocephalus dinklagei, Monotrema aemulans, Monotrema affine, Monotrema arthrophyllum, Monotrema bracteatum, Monotrema xyridoides, Phelpsiella ptericaulis, Potarophytum riparium, Rapatea angustifolia, Rapatea aracamuniana, Rapatea chimantensis, Rapatea circasiana, Rapatea elongata, Rapatea fanshawei, Rapatea linearis, Rapatea longipes, Rapatea membranacea, Rapatea muaju, Rapatea paludosa, Rapatea pycnocephala, Rapatea rugulosa, Rapatea saulensis, Rapatea scabra, Rapatea spectabilis, Rapatea spruceana, Rapatea steyermarkii, Rapatea ulei, Rapatea undulata, Rapatea xiphoides, Rapatea yapacana, Saxofridericia aculeata, Saxofridericia compressa,
References
Bassett Maguire (1904-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maguire' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:243648-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.