Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
scandens
ID:
751610

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lunan) Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 23: 6 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750943



Common Names

  • Climbing Stegnosperma
  • Climbing Woodrose
  • Climbing Rosewood


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Description

Stegnosperma scandens (also called Climbing Stegnosperma, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Caribbean. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Stegnosperma scandens is a wildflower that is often used in natural landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, including headaches, digestive issues, and skin conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stegnosperma scandens has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stegnosperma scandens is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded habit. It is native to Australia and prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the branches and should be about 5-7 cm long. They should be planted in a mix of sand and peat moss and kept moist until they have rooted. The rooted cuttings can then be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Stegnosperma scandens

Stegnosperma scandens can be found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Stegnosperma scandens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stegnosperma scandens?

Stegnosperma scandens

What type of plant is Stegnosperma scandens?

Tree

Where does Stegnosperma scandens originate from?

Mexico

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2906342: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
John Lunan (1771-1839): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lunan' in the authors string.