Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
exappendiculatum
ID:
505103

Status:
valid

Authors:
Steyerm. & Liesner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 70: 188 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504435



Common Names

  • Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum
  • Exappendiculatum Sterigmapetalum
  • Exappendiculatum's Sterigmapetalum


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Description

Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum (also called Exappendiculate Sterigmapetalum, among many other common names) is a large shrub native to South America, typically found in high-altitude grasslands and shrublands. It has large, ovate leaves and large, purple flowers that bloom in summer.

Uses & Benefits

Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum are white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum is an evergreen perennial native to the Andes mountains in South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the offsets. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum

Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum is native to Venezuela and can be found in the Bolívar state.

Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum?

Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum

What is the common name of Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum?

Exappendiculatum Daisy

Where is Sterigmapetalum exappendiculatum native to?

Venezuela

Species in the Rhizophoraceae family

Anopyxis klaineana, Blepharistemma membranifolium, Bruguiera cylindrica, Bruguiera exaristata, Bruguiera gymnorhiza, Bruguiera hainesii, Bruguiera parviflora, Bruguiera sexangula, Bruguiera rhynchopetala, Bruguieria rhedii, Carallia borneensis, Carallia brachiata, Carallia calophylloidea, Carallia calycina, Carallia coriifolia, Carallia eugenioidea, Carallia garciniifolia, Carallia hulstijnii, Carallia longipes, Carallia orophila, Carallia papuana, Carallia paucinervia, Carallia pectinifolia, Carallia suffruticosa, Cassipourea alternifolia, Cassipourea nana, Cassipourea ndambiana, Cassipourea adamauensis, Cassipourea adami, Cassipourea afzelii, Cassipourea annobonensis, Cassipourea barteri, Cassipourea calimensis, Cassipourea carringtoniana, Cassipourea celastroides, Cassipourea ceylanica, Cassipourea congensis, Cassipourea delphinensis, Cassipourea dinklagei, Cassipourea eketensis, Cassipourea elliptica, Cassipourea ellipticifolia, Cassipourea euryoides, Cassipourea evrardii, Cassipourea fanshawei, Cassipourea firestoneana, Cassipourea flanaganii, Cassipourea floribunda, Cassipourea glomerata, Cassipourea gossweileri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2600489: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.
Ron L. Liesner (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liesner' in the authors string.