Status:
valid
Authors:
(D.N.Gibson) T.F.Daniel
Source:
tro
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. 61: 368 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247733
Common Names
- Stenostephanus azureus
- Azureus Stenostephanus
- Stenostephanus Azureus
Description
Stenostephanus azureus (also called Azure Stenostephanus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stenostephanus azureus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used medicinally to treat fever and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenostephanus azureus has small, white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. Its seedlings are small and thin, with a single stem and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenostephanus azureus is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Stenostephanus azureus
Stenostephanus azureus is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.
Stenostephanus azureus FAQ
What are the common names of Stenostephanus azureus?
Stenostephanus azureus is commonly known as Azure Stenostephanus.
What is the natural habitat of Stenostephanus azureus?
Stenostephanus azureus is native to Mexico.
What are the care requirements of Stenostephanus azureus?
Stenostephanus azureus requires bright, indirect light and moist, well-draining soil.
Species in the Stenostephanus genus
Stenostephanus sprucei,
Stenostephanus sessilifolius,
Stenostephanus silvaticus,
Stenostephanus sanguineus,
Stenostephanus lasiostachyus,
Stenostephanus hondurensis,
Stenostephanus wallnoeferi,
Stenostephanus aglaus,
Stenostephanus ampelinus,
Stenostephanus atropurpureus,
Stenostephanus charien,
Stenostephanus charitopes,
Stenostephanus cleefii,
Stenostephanus cuatrecasasii,
Stenostephanus cyaneus,
Stenostephanus diversicolor,
Stenostephanus enarthrocoma,
Stenostephanus floriferus,
Stenostephanus hispidulus,
Stenostephanus kirkbridei,
Stenostephanus lamprus,
Stenostephanus latifolius,
Stenostephanus leonardianus,
Stenostephanus macrochilus,
Stenostephanus macrolobus,
Stenostephanus magdalenensis,
Stenostephanus maximus,
Stenostephanus pilosus,
Stenostephanus putumayensis,
Stenostephanus pycnostachys,
Stenostephanus racemosus,
Stenostephanus reflexiflorus,
Stenostephanus scolnikae,
Stenostephanus syscius,
Stenostephanus tachirensis,
Stenostephanus xanthothrix,
Stenostephanus zuliensis,
Stenostephanus ruberrimus,
Stenostephanus puberulus,
Stenostephanus longistaminus,
Stenostephanus breedlovei,
Stenostephanus chiapensis,
Stenostephanus gracilis,
Stenostephanus purpusii,
Stenostephanus tacanensis,
Stenostephanus latilabris,
Stenostephanus monolophus,
Stenostephanus asplundii,
Stenostephanus jamesonii,
Stenostephanus laxus,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,