Status:
valid
Authors:
(Oliv.) Liede
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Novon 7: 42 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000371966
Common Names
- Metastelma hirtellum
- Hairy Metastelma
- Hairy Starburst Flower
Synonyms
- Vincetoxicum hirtellum Oliv. [unknown]
- Cynanchum hirtellum (Oliv.) V.M.Badillo [unknown]
- Cynanchum revolutum R.W.Holm [unknown]
Description
Metastelma hirtellum (also called Hirsute Metastelma, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow leaves. It is found in wet, tropical forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Metastelma hirtellum has been used as a medicinal herb for treating digestive problems, as a natural dye for fabrics, and as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Metastelma hirtellum has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Metastelma hirtellum is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate some flooding. It is best to water it regularly and to fertilize it in the spring and summer months.
Where to Find Metastelma hirtellum
Metastelma hirtellum is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Metastelma hirtellum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Metastelma hirtellum?
Metastelma hirtellum
What is the common name of Metastelma hirtellum?
Hairy Metastelma
What is the natural habitat of Metastelma hirtellum?
It is found in dry forests and scrublands in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.
Species in the Metastelma genus
Metastelma sepium,
Metastelma albiflorum,
Metastelma schlechtendalii,
Metastelma warmingii,
Metastelma uncinatum,
Metastelma broadwayi,
Metastelma mirifolium,
Metastelma burchellii,
Metastelma arizonicum,
Metastelma astephanoides,
Metastelma miserum,
Metastelma paraquense,
Metastelma parviflorum,
Metastelma myrtifolium,
Metastelma lineare,
Metastelma martinicense,
Metastelma exasperatum,
Metastelma cubense,
Metastelma ekmanii,
Metastelma dorrii,
Metastelma hirtellum,
Metastelma huberi,
Metastelma giuliettianum,
Metastelma grandiflorum,
Metastelma hamatum,
Metastelma harleyi,
Metastelma chiapense,
Metastelma chimantense,
Metastelma cordatifolium,
Metastelma atrovirens,
Metastelma ditassoides,
Metastelma fiebrigii,
Metastelma gracile,
Metastelma mathewsii,
Metastelma northropiae,
Metastelma pedunculare,
Metastelma purpurascens,
Metastelma sepicola,
Metastelma bahamense,
Metastelma barbigerum,
Metastelma blodgetti,
Metastelma brachystephanum,
Metastelma californicum,
Metastelma linearifolium,
Metastelma palmeri,
Metastelma penicillatum,
Metastelma latifolium,
Metastelma pringlei,
Metastelma schaffneri,
Metastelma aemulans,
Species in the Apocynaceae family
Acokanthera laevigata,
Acokanthera oblongifolia,
Acokanthera oppositifolia,
Acokanthera rotundata,
Acokanthera schimperi,
Adenium boehmianum,
Adenium multiflorum,
Adenium obesum,
Adenium oleifolium,
Adenium swazicum,
Adenium dhofarense,
Aganosma breviloba,
Aganosma cymosa,
Aganosma gracilis,
Aganosma lacei,
Aganosma petelotii,
Aganosma schlechteriana,
Aganosma siamensis,
Aganosma wallichii,
Aganosma heynei,
Alafia alba,
Alafia barteri,
Alafia benthamii,
Alafia berrieri,
Alafia calophylla,
Alafia caudata,
Alafia erythrophthalma,
Alafia falcata,
Alafia fuscata,
Alafia insularis,
Alafia intermedia,
Alafia landolphioides,
Alafia lucida,
Alafia microstylis,
Alafia multiflora,
Alafia nigrescens,
Alafia orientalis,
Alafia parciflora,
Alafia pauciflora,
Alafia perrieri,
Alafia schumannii,
Alafia thouarsii,
Alafia vallium,
Alafia verschuereni,
Alafia whytei,
Alafia zambesiaca,
Allamanda calcicola,
Allamanda angustifolia,
Allamanda blanchetii,
Allamanda cathartica,