Status:
valid
Authors:
Pillans
Source:
wcs
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 18: 117 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557624
Common Names
- Staberoha Multispicula
- Many-Spiked Horsemint
- Many-Spiked Ayenia
Description
Staberoha multispicula (also called many-spiked ayenia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 m tall. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Staberoha multispicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a windbreak and shelterbelt plant. It is also used as a source of firewood and for timber.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Staberoha multispicula has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staberoha multispicula is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 8 feet tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Staberoha multispicula
Staberoha multispicula is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Staberoha multispicula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staberoha multispicula?
Staberoha multispicula
What is the common name of Staberoha multispicula?
Desert Marigold
What is the natural habitat of Staberoha multispicula?
Deserts and dry, rocky slopes in the southwestern United States
Species in the Staberoha genus
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,