Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Aquifoliales
Species:
umbellatus
ID:
499514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Becc.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Malesia 1: 115 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498846



Common Names

  • Umbellatus Stemonurus
  • Umbellatus Rattan
  • Stemonurus umbellatus


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Description

Stemonurus umbellatus (also called umbrella stemonurus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a perennial herb with a creeping rhizome, and its stems are up to 1 m long. It is native to India, Nepal, and China, and is found in forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Stemonurus umbellatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for making furniture and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stemonurus umbellatus is a white to pale yellow, with a yellow center, and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are thin and long, with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stemonurus umbellatus is a hardy perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation can be done by seed or division of the clumps in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Stemonurus umbellatus

Stemonurus umbellatus is native to Central and South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Panama, and Peru.

Stemonurus umbellatus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stemonurus umbellatus?

Stemonurus umbellatus

What is the common name of Stemonurus umbellatus?

Umbellatus

What is the family of Stemonurus umbellatus?

Acanthaceae

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,

References

Odoardo Beccari (1843-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Becc.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:608461-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.