Status:
valid
Authors:
Aymard & Cuello
Source:
ksu
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Novon 5: 226 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504431
Common Names
- Sterigmapetalum plumbeum
- Plumbeum Sterigmapetalum
- Plumbeum's Sterigmapetalum
Description
Sterigmapetalum plumbeum (also called Lead-colored Sterigmapetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to Venezuela. It grows in humid tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sterigmapetalum plumbeum 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 plumbeum are white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sterigmapetalum plumbeum 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 plumbeum
Sterigmapetalum plumbeum is native to Venezuela and can be found in the Bolívar state.
Sterigmapetalum plumbeum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sterigmapetalum plumbeum?
Sterigmapetalum plumbeum
What is the common name of Sterigmapetalum plumbeum?
Leaden Daisy
Where is Sterigmapetalum plumbeum 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
Nidia Cuello: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuello' in the authors string.