Status:
valid
Authors:
Esterh.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Bothalia 15: 396 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000557635
Common Names
- Staberoha ornata
- Ornata Staberoha
- Ornata's Staberoha
Description
Staberoha ornata (also called Ornate Staberoha, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Central America and is found in dry and wet forests. It is found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama.
Uses & Benefits
Staberoha ornata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as well as for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Staberoha ornata has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a deep green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Staberoha ornata 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 ornata
Staberoha ornata is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.
Staberoha ornata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Staberoha ornata?
Staberoha ornata
What is the common name of Staberoha ornata?
Ornate Staberoha
What is the family of Staberoha ornata?
Malvaceae
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,