Sterigmapetalum guianense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
guianense
ID:
505102
Status:
valid
Authors:
Steyerm.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28: 422 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504434
Common Names
- Sterigmapetalum guianense
- Guianense Sterigmapetalum
- Guianense's Sterigmapetalum
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- Sterigmapetalum guianense guianense [unknown]
Description
Sterigmapetalum guianense (also called Guianan 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 guianense 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 guianense 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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Sterigmapetalum guianense 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 guianense
Sterigmapetalum guianense is native to Venezuela and can be found in the Bolívar state.
Sterigmapetalum guianense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sterigmapetalum guianense?
Sterigmapetalum guianense
What is the common name of Sterigmapetalum guianense?
Guianese Daisy
Where is Sterigmapetalum guianense native to?
Venezuela
Species in the Sterigmapetalum genus
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-2600488: Based on the initial data import
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.