Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.D.J. Koch ex Spruce) Warnst.
Source:
tro
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Krypt.-Fl. Brandenburg, Laubm. 964 1906
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001190885
Common Names
- Stereodon pratensis
- Pratensis Stereodon
- Stereodon's Pratensis
Description
Stereodon pratensis (also called Pratensis Stereodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with a rounded habit, growing to 1-2 m tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America, where it typically grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stereodon pratensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stereodon pratensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings of Stereodon pratensis are small, light green plants with thin stems and small, light green leaves.
Where to Find Stereodon pratensis
Stereodon pratensis can be found in the western United States, from California to Montana.
Stereodon pratensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stereodon pratensis?
Stereodon pratensis
What is the common name of Stereodon pratensis?
Meadow Stereodon
What is the natural habitat of Stereodon pratensis?
Forests and grasslands of Central and South America
Species in the Stereodon genus
Stereodon erectiusculus,
Stereodon subhamulosus,
Stereodon subimponens,
Stereodon hamulosus,
Stereodon holmenii,
Stereodon vivicola,
Stereodon lilliei,
Stereodon bipinnatus,
Stereodon aemulans,
Stereodon callichrous,
Stereodon pratensis,
Species in the Stereodontaceae family
Stereodon erectiusculus,
Stereodon subhamulosus,
Stereodon subimponens,
Stereodon hamulosus,
Stereodon holmenii,
Stereodon vivicola,
Stereodon lilliei,
Stereodon bipinnatus,
Stereodon aemulans,
Stereodon callichrous,
Stereodon pratensis,