Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
guianensis
ID:
559022

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch ex Körn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 37: 481 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558354

Common Names

  • Stegolepis guianensis
  • Guianensis Stegolepis
  • Guianensis Fern

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Description

Stegolepis guianensis (also called Guianan Stegolepis, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. It has small, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It is commonly found in marshy areas, ponds, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Stegolepis guianensis is an ornamental shrub that is used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used to create hedges and borders. The flowers of this plant are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stegolepis guianensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stegolepis guianensis is a tropical tree that is native to South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is also tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Stegolepis guianensis

Stegolepis guianensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, Southeast Asia, and parts of the Americas.

Stegolepis guianensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stegolepis guianensis?

Stegolepis guianensis

What is the common name of Stegolepis guianensis?

Guianan Stegolepis

What is the natural habitat of Stegolepis guianensis?

It is found in tropical rainforests in South America.

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

Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.
Friedrich August Körnicke (1828-1908): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Körn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:715324-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.