Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
banksii
ID:
558216

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pillans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Trans. Roy. Soc. South Africa 16: 385 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557548



Common Names

  • Staberoha Banksii
  • Banks' Horsemint
  • Banks' Ayenia


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Description

Staberoha banksii (also called Banks' Staberoha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Americas. It has a spreading habit and grows up to 1.5 m tall. It grows in open woodland, grassland and heathland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Staberoha banksii is used medicinally for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Staberoha banksii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staberoha banksii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to Mexico and is found in dry, tropical forests. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.

Where to Find Staberoha banksii

Staberoha banksii is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands.

Staberoha banksii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staberoha banksii?

Staberoha banksii

What is the family of Staberoha banksii?

Malvaceae

Where is Staberoha banksii found?

Southwestern United States

Species in the Restionaceae family

Alexgeorgea ganopoda, Alexgeorgea nitens, Alexgeorgea subterranea, Anarthria gracilis, Anarthria humilis, Anarthria laevis, Anarthria polyphylla, Anarthria prolifera, Anarthria scabra, Anthochortus capensis, Anthochortus crinalis, Anthochortus ecklonii, Anthochortus graminifolius, Anthochortus insignis, Anthochortus laxiflorus, Anthochortus singularis, Aphelia brizula, Aphelia cyperoides, Aphelia drummondii, Aphelia gracilis, Aphelia nutans, Aphelia pumilio, Apodasmia brownii, Apodasmia chilensis, Apodasmia similis, Apodasmia ceramophila, Askidiosperma alboaristatum, Askidiosperma alticola, Askidiosperma andreaeanum, Askidiosperma capitatum, Askidiosperma chartaceum, Askidiosperma delicatulum, Askidiosperma esterhuyseniae, Askidiosperma insigne, Askidiosperma longiflorum, Askidiosperma nitidum, Askidiosperma paniculatum, Askidiosperma rugosum, Askidiosperma alticolum, Baloskion australe, Baloskion fimbriatum, Baloskion gracile, Baloskion longipes, Baloskion pallens, Baloskion stenocoleum, Baloskion tenuiculme, Baloskion tetraphyllum, Calorophus elongatus, Calorophus erostris, Cannomois aristata,

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