Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
breedlovei
ID:
1224340

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.F.Daniel

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Proc. Calif. Acad. Sci. , ser. 4, 48: 277 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001223678

Common Names

  • Stenostephanus breedlovei
  • Breedlove's Fern
  • Breedlovei Fern

Searching for Stenostephanus breedlovei? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Stenostephanus breedlovei (also called Stenostephanus, among many other common names) is a shrubby evergreen native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has leathery leaves and produces small white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus breedlovei is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of timber, and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenostephanus breedlovei has small, white flowers with a distinctive labellum. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

Searching for Stenostephanus breedlovei? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus breedlovei is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Stenostephanus breedlovei

Stenostephanus breedlovei is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America and can be found in the countries of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Stenostephanus breedlovei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus breedlovei?

Stenostephanus breedlovei

What are the common names of Stenostephanus breedlovei?

No common names are known for this plant

What is the natural habitat of Stenostephanus breedlovei?

Stenostephanus breedlovei is found in humid tropical forests in Central America

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,

References

Thomas Franklin Daniel (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.F.Daniel' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.