Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
sanchezii
ID:
1092292

Status:
valid

Authors:
Medrano & Medina

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Bot. México 46: 37 (1984 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001091630



Common Names

  • Stegnosperma
  • Stegnosperma sanchezii
  • Stegnosperma sanchezii


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Description

Stegnosperma sanchezii (also called Sanchez's Stegnosperma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a rosette of basal leaves and small white flowers. It grows in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stegnosperma sanchezii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stegnosperma sanchezii is a white, five-petaled flower. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stegnosperma sanchezii is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a sunny spot.

Where to Find Stegnosperma sanchezii

Stegnosperma sanchezii is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found growing in dry, rocky areas, such as hillsides and cliffs.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-24800232: Based on the initial data import
Francisco González Medrano (1939-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Medrano' in the authors string.
Rosalinda Medina Lemos (d.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Medina' in the authors string.