Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
blanchetianum
ID:
1228679

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
tro

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(1): 377 (1886)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228017

Common Names

  • Stephanopodium Blanchetianum
  • Blanchetianum Stephanopodium
  • Blanchetianum Starflower

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Uses & Benefits

Stephanopodium blanchetianum is used as a source of firewood and charcoal. The leaves are used as fodder for livestock and the bark is used for tanning leather. The wood is also used for making furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stephanopodium blanchetianum is white, with five petals, and is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, round, black seed, about 1 mm in diameter. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stephanopodium blanchetianum is a perennial herb with a long-lasting root system. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or greenhouse. Division should be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Stephanopodium blanchetianum

Stephanopodium blanchetianum can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Stephanopodium blanchetianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanopodium blanchetianum?

Stephanopodium blanchetianum

What is the common name of Stephanopodium blanchetianum?

Blanchetianum stephanopodium

What type of plant is Stephanopodium blanchetianum?

Perennial herb

Species in the Dichapetalaceae family

Dichapetalum neglectum, Dichapetalum acuminatum, Dichapetalum affine, Dichapetalum alaotrense, Dichapetalum albidum, Dichapetalum altescandens, Dichapetalum angolense, Dichapetalum arachnoideum, Dichapetalum arenarium, Dichapetalum asplundeanum, Dichapetalum axillare, Dichapetalum bangii, Dichapetalum barbatum, Dichapetalum barbosae, Dichapetalum barteri, Dichapetalum beilschmiedioides, Dichapetalum bellum, Dichapetalum berendinae, Dichapetalum bernalii, Dichapetalum bocageanum, Dichapetalum bodyi, Dichapetalum bojeri, Dichapetalum braunii, Dichapetalum brenesii, Dichapetalum bullatum, Dichapetalum chalotii, Dichapetalum chlorinum, Dichapetalum choristilum, Dichapetalum coelhoi, Dichapetalum congoense, Dichapetalum crassifolium, Dichapetalum cymosum, Dichapetalum cymulosum, Dichapetalum deflexum, Dichapetalum dewevrei, Dichapetalum dewildei, Dichapetalum dictyospermum, Dichapetalum discolor, Dichapetalum donnell-smithii, Dichapetalum edule, Dichapetalum eickii, Dichapetalum fadenii, Dichapetalum filicaule, Dichapetalum findouense, Dichapetalum foreroi, Dichapetalum froesii, Dichapetalum fructuosum, Dichapetalum gabonense, Dichapetalum gassitae, Dichapetalum gelonioides,

References