Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Boraginales
Species:
olgae
ID:
432917

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.Fedtsch.) Popov

Source:
ksu

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mater. Gerb. Bot. Inst. Komarova Akad. Nauk S.S.S.R. 14: 341 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432249

Common Names

  • Olga's Stephanocaryum
  • Olga's Star Flower
  • Olga's Star Fruit

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Synonyms

  • Omphalodes olgae Brand [unknown]
  • Trigonotis olgae B.Fedtsch. [unknown]

Description

Stephanocaryum olgae (also called Olga's Stephanocaryum, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers warm, humid climates and grows best in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Stephanocaryum olgae is used as an ornamental plant, as a ground cover, and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Stephanocaryum olgae has small, yellow flowers with white petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephanocaryum olgae is a tropical plant that can be propagated through division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and bright, indirect light. It is best to divide the plant in the spring or early summer. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a sterile, well-draining soil mix and keep the soil moist. The seeds should germinate in 1-2 weeks.

Where to Find Stephanocaryum olgae

Stephanocaryum olgae is native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Stephanocaryum olgae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanocaryum olgae?

Stephanocaryum olgae

What is the common name of Stephanocaryum olgae?

Olga's Stephanocaryum

What is the natural habitat of Stephanocaryum olgae?

It is native to the Caribbean region

Species in the Boraginaceae family

Actinocarya acaulis, Actinocarya tibetica, Adelocaryum coelestinum, Adelocaryum flexuosum, Adelocaryum malabaricum, Adelocaryum nebulicola, Adelocaryum lambertianum, Aegonychon purpurocaeruleum, Aegonychon zollingeri, Aegonychon purpurea-coeruleum, Aegonychon calabricum, Aegonychon calabrum, Afrotysonia africana, Afrotysonia glochidiata, Afrotysonia pilosicaulis, Alkanna amana, Alkanna angustifolia, Alkanna areolata, Alkanna attilae, Alkanna aucheriana, Alkanna auranitica, Alkanna bracteosa, Alkanna caliensis, Alkanna cappadocica, Alkanna confusa, Alkanna corcyrensis, Alkanna cordifolia, Alkanna dumanii, Alkanna frigida, Alkanna froedinii, Alkanna galilaea, Alkanna graeca, Alkanna haussknechtii, Alkanna hellenica, Alkanna hirsutissima, Alkanna hispida, Alkanna incana, Alkanna intercedens, Alkanna jordanovii, Alkanna kotschyana, Alkanna leiocarpa, Alkanna leptophylla, Alkanna lutea, Alkanna macrophylla, Alkanna macrosiphon, Alkanna maleolens, Alkanna megacarpa, Alkanna methanaea, Alkanna milliana, Alkanna mughlae,

References

Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.
Boris Fedtschenko (1872-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Fedtsch.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:120717-1: Based on the initial data import