Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
sessilifolius
ID:
434411

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oerst.) T.F.Daniel

Source:
cmp

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 24: 100 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433743

Common Names

  • Stenostephanus sessilifolius
  • Sessile-Leaf Stenostephanus
  • Stenostephanus Sp. 'Sessilifolius'

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Description

Stenostephanus sessilifolius (also called 'Sessile-leaved Stenostephanus', 'Sessile-leaved Acanthus' among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and grows in moist forests and along streams. It is an evergreen shrub with narrow, lanceolate leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostephanus sessilifolius has been used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It has also been used as a food source and for its oil-producing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenostephanus sessilifolius is yellow with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostephanus sessilifolius can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil in spring. The division of clumps should be done in early spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Stenostephanus sessilifolius

Stenostephanus sessilifolius is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Stenostephanus sessilifolius FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus sessilifolius?

Stenostephanus sessilifolius

What is the common name of Stenostephanus sessilifolius?

Sessilifolius Stenostephanus

What type of plant is Stenostephanus sessilifolius?

Herbaceous perennial

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.
Anders Sandøe Ørsted (1816-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oerst.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.