Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
periglossoides
ID:
1408533

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Bester & Nicholas

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 361(1): 44. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420997

Common Names

  • Stenostelma periglossoides
  • Periglossoides Stenostelma
  • Stenostelma

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Description

Stenostelma periglossoides (also called Perigloss 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 periglossoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenostelma periglossoides 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostelma periglossoides 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 periglossoides

Stenostelma periglossoides can be found in the Eastern Cape, South Africa

Stenostelma periglossoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostelma periglossoides?

Stenostelma periglossoides

What type of plant is Stenostelma periglossoides?

Stenostelma periglossoides is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae.

Where is Stenostelma periglossoides found?

Stenostelma periglossoides is found in South Africa.

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

Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
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.