Stenostephanus wilburii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilburii
ID:
1342029
Status:
valid
Authors:
(McDade) McDade
Source:
ipni
Year:
2019
Citation Micro:
Aliso 36(1): 41. 2019
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001354483
Common Names
- Stenostephanus wilburii
- Wilbur's Stenostephanus
- Wilbur's Stenostephanus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenostephanus wilburii (also called Wilbur's stenostephanus, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has narrow leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Stenostephanus wilburii is a popular ornamental plant in gardens. It has a long flowering season and is known for its bright yellow flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin conditions and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenostephanus wilburii has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenostephanus wilburii is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the tips of stems in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until they root. Seeds can be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, moist environment. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into the garden.
Where to Find Stenostephanus wilburii
Stenostephanus wilburii is native to Mexico and Central America.
Stenostephanus wilburii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenostephanus wilburii?
Stenostephanus wilburii
What type of plant is Stenostephanus wilburii?
A flowering plant
Where is Stenostephanus wilburii found?
It is found in South 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
Lucinda A. McDade (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McDade' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.