Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
jauensis
ID:
88415

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aristeg.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Venez. 3: 40. 1968

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087744

Common Names

  • Cretica Plantain
  • Cretica Plantago
  • Cretica Fleawort

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Description

Stenopadus jauensis (also called 'Jau Stenopadus', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Amazon rainforest. It has alternate, ovate leaves and small, white flowers. It typically grows in moist, sandy soils, and in moist, shaded areas such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Stenopadus jauensis has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and other ailments. It has also been used as an ornamental plant due to its attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stenopadus jauensis has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single, round-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenopadus jauensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Stenopadus jauensis

Stenopadus jauensis is native to Brazil and can be found in wet forests.

Stenopadus jauensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenopadus jauensis?

Stenopadus jauensis

What is the common name of Stenopadus jauensis?

Jau stenopadus

What type of plant is Stenopadus jauensis?

Perennial herb

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-44090: Based on the initial data import
Leandro Aristeguieta (1923-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aristeg.' in the authors string.