Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
urceolatum
ID:
1408534

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bester & Nicholas

Source:
BODATSA (SANBI)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 361(1): 49. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001420998

Common Names

  • Stenostelma urceolatum
  • Urceolate Stenostelma
  • Stenostelma

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Description

Stenostelma urceolatum (also called Urceolate 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 urceolatum 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 urceolatum has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostelma urceolatum 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 urceolatum

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

Stenostelma urceolatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostelma urceolatum?

Stenostelma urceolatum

What type of plant is Stenostelma urceolatum?

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

Where is Stenostelma urceolatum found?

Stenostelma urceolatum 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

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.