Status:
valid
Authors:
Rose & Standl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 23: 528 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504293
Common Names
- Stauranthus conzattii
- Conzattii Stauranthus
- Conzattii Star Flower
Description
Stauranthus conzattii (also called Conzatti's Stauranthus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Mexico, and it grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stauranthus conzattii is used to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and to reduce fever. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stauranthus conzattii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stauranthus conzattii is a species of bromeliad native to Peru and Bolivia. It prefers full sun and well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division of the offsets or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Stauranthus conzattii
Stauranthus conzattii is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Stauranthus conzattii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stauranthus conzattii?
Stauranthus conzattii
What is the common name of Stauranthus conzattii?
Conzatti's Stauranthus
What is the natural habitat of Stauranthus conzattii?
It is found in wet sclerophyll forests and heathlands in south-eastern Australia.
Species in the Stauranthus genus
Species in the Rutaceae family
Acmadenia alternifolia,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia baileyensis,
Acmadenia bodkinii,
Acmadenia burchellii,
Acmadenia candida,
Acmadenia densifolia,
Acmadenia faucitincta,
Acmadenia flaccida,
Acmadenia fruticosa,
Acmadenia gracilis,
Acmadenia heterophylla,
Acmadenia kiwanensis,
Acmadenia latifolia,
Acmadenia laxa,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia macropetala,
Acmadenia maculata,
Acmadenia matroosbergensis,
Acmadenia mundiana,
Acmadenia nivea,
Acmadenia nivenii,
Acmadenia obtusata,
Acmadenia patentifolia,
Acmadenia rourkeana,
Acmadenia rupicola,
Acmadenia sheilae,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia tetracarpellata,
Acmadenia tetragona,
Acmadenia trigona,
Acmadenia tenax,
Acmadenia argillophila,
Acmadenia macradenia,
Acmadenia teretifolia,
Acmadenia wittebergensis,
Acradenia euodiiformis,
Acradenia frankliniae,
Acronychia richards-beehleri,
Acronychia aberrans,
Acronychia acidula,
Acronychia acronychioides,
Acronychia acuminata,
Acronychia arfakensis,
Acronychia baeuerlenii,
Acronychia brassii,
Acronychia carrii,
Acronychia cartilaginea,
Acronychia chooreechillum,