Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
secundiflorus
ID:
499478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
cmp

Year:
1826

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 649 (1826)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498810



Common Names

  • Secundiflorus Stemonurus
  • Secundiflorus Rattan
  • Stemonurus secundiflorus


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Synonyms

  • Croton laurifolius Noronha [unknown]

Description

Stemonurus secundiflorus (also called Secundiflorus secundiflorus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, and is a small shrub with white flowers. It grows in shady areas and prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Stemonurus secundiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Stemonurus secundiflorus var. lanceolatus (Becc.) Sleumer
Stemonurus secundiflorus var. hosei Sleumer
Stemonurus secundiflorus var. secundiflorus

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Stemonurus secundiflorus are white and star-shaped, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stemonurus secundiflorus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Stemonurus secundiflorus

Stemonurus secundiflorus is native to tropical Africa.

Stemonurus secundiflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stemonurus secundiflorus?

Stemonurus secundiflorus

What is the common name of Stemonurus secundiflorus?

Secundiflorus

What is the natural habitat of Stemonurus secundiflorus?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Stemonuraceae family

Cantleya corniculata, Codiocarpus andamanicus, Codiocarpus merrittii, Discophora guianensis, Discophora montana, Gastrolepis alticola, Gastrolepis austrocaledonica, Gomphandra apoensis, Gomphandra australiana, Gomphandra cambodiana, Gomphandra capitulata, Gomphandra comosa, Gomphandra coriacea, Gomphandra cumingiana, Gomphandra dolichocarpa, Gomphandra donnaiensis, Gomphandra flavicarpa, Gomphandra fuliginea, Gomphandra fusiformis, Gomphandra javanica, Gomphandra lancifolia, Gomphandra luzoniensis, Gomphandra lysipetala, Gomphandra mappioides, Gomphandra mollis, Gomphandra montana, Gomphandra oblongifolia, Gomphandra oligantha, Gomphandra pallida, Gomphandra papuana, Gomphandra parviflora, Gomphandra pseudojavanica, Gomphandra pseudoprasina, Gomphandra quadrifida, Gomphandra sawiensis, Gomphandra schoepfiifolia, Gomphandra simularensis, Gomphandra subrostrata, Gomphandra tetrandra, Gomphandra tomentella, Gomphandra velutina, Gomphandra palustris, Gomphandra halconensis, Gomphandra conklinii, Gomphandra rarinervis, Gomphandra fernandoi, Gomphandra bracteata, Gomphandra coi, Gomphandra psilandra, Gomphandra dinagatensis,

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