Stemona cochinchinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cochinchinensis
ID:
740820
Status:
valid
Authors:
Gagnep.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 81: 146 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000740153
Common Names
- Cochinchinensis Stemona
- Stemona cochinchinensis
- Stemona
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stemona cochinchinensis (also called 'Cochin China Stemona', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stemona cochinchinensis is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive white flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stemona cochinchinensis is a small white flower with six petals. The seed is an oval-shaped capsule containing two seeds. The seedlings are small, with two seed leaves and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stemona cochinchinensis can be propagated by division or seed. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures as low as -15°C (5°F).
Where to Find Stemona cochinchinensis
Stemona cochinchinensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Stemona cochinchinensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Stemona cochinchinensis?
Stemona cochinchinensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.
What type of soil does Stemona cochinchinensis prefer?
Stemona cochinchinensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.
What type of light does Stemona cochinchinensis need?
Stemona cochinchinensis prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Stemona genus
Stemona prostrata, Stemona angusta, Stemona lucida, Stemona aphylla, Stemona cochinchinensis, Stemona kerrii, Stemona mairei, Stemona pierrei, Stemona squamigera, Stemona collinsae, Stemona australiana, Stemona burkillii, Stemona curtisii, Stemona griffithiana, Stemona japonica, Stemona javanica, Stemona kurzii, Stemona parviflora, Stemona sessilifolia, Stemona tuberosa, Stemona phyllantha, Stemona involuta, Stemona rupestris, Stemona hirtella, Stemona namkhunensis, Stemona fimbritepala,
Species in the Stemonaceae family
Croomia heterosepala, Croomia japonica, Croomia pauciflora, Croomia saitoana, Croomia hyugaensis, Croomia kinoshitae, Pentastemona egregia, Pentastemona sumatrana, Stemona prostrata, Stemona angusta, Stemona lucida, Stemona aphylla, Stemona cochinchinensis, Stemona kerrii, Stemona mairei, Stemona pierrei, Stemona squamigera, Stemona collinsae, Stemona australiana, Stemona burkillii, Stemona curtisii, Stemona griffithiana, Stemona japonica, Stemona javanica, Stemona kurzii, Stemona parviflora, Stemona sessilifolia, Stemona tuberosa, Stemona phyllantha, Stemona involuta, Stemona rupestris, Stemona hirtella, Stemona namkhunensis, Stemona fimbritepala, Stichoneuron caudatum, Stichoneuron membranaceum, Stichoneuron bognerianum, Stichoneuron calcicola, Stichoneuron halabalense,
References
François Gagnepain (1866-1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gagnep.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:821984-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.