Stegolepis grandis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
grandis
ID:
558996
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maguire
Source:
wcs
Year:
1965
Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 12(3): 72 (1965)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558328
Common Names
- Stegolepis grandis
- Grand Stegolepis
- Grand
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stegolepis grandis (also called Water Hyssop, Brahmi, among many other common names) is a small, aquatic herb native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white or pink flowers. It is found in shallow water, wet soils, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stegolepis grandis is used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and ponds. It is also used to reduce stress and anxiety, improve memory, and treat asthma and bronchitis.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stegolepis grandis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters and are surrounded by a cluster of bracts. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stegolepis grandis is a low-growing, creeping perennial plant that is native to the United States. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in moist soil.
Where to Find Stegolepis grandis
Stegolepis grandis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Stegolepis grandis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stegolepis grandis?
Stegolepis grandis
What is the common name of Stegolepis grandis?
Grand Waterhyssop
What type of plant is Stegolepis grandis?
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:243651-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.