Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Arecales
Family:
Species:
stauracantha
ID:
933740

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Heynh.) R.J.Evans

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 46: 57 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000933078

Common Names

  • Cryosophila stauracantha
  • Cryosophila-Stauracantha
  • Cryosophila Stauracantha

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Description

Cryosophila stauracantha (also called Stauracantha Cryosophila, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central America and Mexico. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cryosophila stauracantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cryosophila stauracantha is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small and thin, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cryosophila stauracantha can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Replant the divisions immediately and water well.

Where to Find Cryosophila stauracantha

Cryosophila stauracantha can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras.

Species in the Arecaceae family

Acanthophoenix crinita, Acanthophoenix rubra, Acanthophoenix rousselii, Acoelorraphe wrightii, Acrocomia aculeata, Acrocomia crispa, Acrocomia hassleri, Acrocomia intumescens, Acrocomia totai, Acrocomia emensis, Acrocomia glaucescens, Acrocomia corumbaensi, Actinorhytis calapparia, Actinorhytis calapparia, Adonidia merrillii, Adonidia dransfieldii, Aiphanes graminifolia, Aiphanes bicornis, Aiphanes buenaventurae, Aiphanes multiplex, Aiphanes acaulis, Aiphanes chiribogensis, Aiphanes concinna, Aiphanes deltoidea, Aiphanes duquei, Aiphanes eggersii, Aiphanes erinacea, Aiphanes gelatinosa, Aiphanes grandis, Aiphanes hirsuta, Aiphanes horrida, Aiphanes killipii, Aiphanes leiostachys, Aiphanes lindeniana, Aiphanes linearis, Aiphanes macroloba, Aiphanes minima, Aiphanes parvifolia, Aiphanes pilaris, Aiphanes simplex, Aiphanes spicata, Aiphanes tricuspidata, Aiphanes truncata, Aiphanes ulei, Aiphanes verrucosa, Aiphanes weberbaueri, Aiphanes argos, Aiphanes tatama, Aiphanes gloria, Aiphanes decipiens,

References

Gustav Heynhold (1800-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heynh.' in the authors string.
Randall J. Evans (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Evans' in the authors string.