Stenostelma ligulatum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ligulatum
ID:
1408532
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bester & Nicholas
Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 361(1): 44. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420996
Common Names
- Stenostelma ligulatum
- Ligulate Stenostelma
- Stenostelma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenostelma ligulatum (also called Ligulate Stenostelma, among many other common names) is a small, succulent shrub native to South Africa. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has small, fleshy leaves. It grows in rocky and sandy soils, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Stenostelma ligulatum is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenostelma ligulatum has small, yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenostelma ligulatum is a perennial herb native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two to three months.
Where to Find Stenostelma ligulatum
Stenostelma ligulatum can be found in the Eastern Cape, South Africa
Stenostelma ligulatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenostelma ligulatum?
Stenostelma ligulatum
What type of plant is Stenostelma ligulatum?
Stenostelma ligulatum is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.
Where is Stenostelma ligulatum found?
Stenostelma ligulatum is found in South Africa.
Species in the Stenostelma genus
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,
References
Ashley Nicholas (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nicholas' in the authors string.
Stoffel Petrus Bester (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bester' in the authors string.