Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Species:
maguireana
ID:
559114

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 71: 300 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000558446

Common Names

  • Stegolepis maguireana
  • Maguire's Stegolepis
  • Maguire's Waterbush

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Description

Stegolepis maguireana (also called 'Maguire Ebony', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading, rounded crown and its leaves are leathery, dark green and glossy. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and is often found in areas of high altitude.

Uses & Benefits

Stegolepis maguireana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its leaves can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stegolepis maguireana has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a dense head. The seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are short and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stegolepis maguireana 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 maguireana

Stegolepis maguireana can be found in the Caribbean.

Stegolepis maguireana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stegolepis maguireana?

Stegolepis maguireana

What type of plant is Stegolepis maguireana?

It is a shrub

Where is Stegolepis maguireana native to?

It is native to South Africa

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,

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