Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Poales
Genus:
Species:
cernua
ID:
558237

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Durand & Schinz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Consp. Fl. Afric. 5: 520 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557569



Common Names

  • Staberoha cernua
  • Cernua Staberoha
  • Cernua False-Mint


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Synonyms

  • Restio cernuus L.f. [unknown]
  • Restio umbellatus Thunb. ex Mast. [unknown]
  • Thamnochortus cernuus Kunth [unknown]

Description

Staberoha cernua (also called Nodding Staberoha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buckwheat family, Polygonaceae. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, where it grows in dry, sandy soils in open areas. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to 1 m tall and wide, with glossy dark green leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Staberoha cernua is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Staberoha cernua is small, white, and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staberoha cernua 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 cernua

Staberoha cernua can be found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Staberoha cernua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Staberoha cernua?

Staberoha cernua

What type of plant is Staberoha cernua?

Shrub

Where is Staberoha cernua native to?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-266691: Based on the initial data import
Hans Schinz (1858-1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schinz' in the authors string.
Théophile Alexis Durand (1855-1912): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Durand' in the authors string.