Status:
valid
Authors:
Baill.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1886
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 12(1): 378 (1886)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435518
Common Names
- Stephanopodium estrellense
- Estrellense Stephanopodium
- Mexican Stephanopodium
Description
Stephanopodium estrellense (also called Estrella Mountain Stephanopodium, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has a woody stem and yellow flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, scrublands and rocky outcrops.
Uses & Benefits
Stephanopodium estrellense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stephanopodium estrellense has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stephanopodium estrellense is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m (6 ft) tall. It has small, white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Stephanopodium estrellense
Stephanopodium estrellense is native to Mexico and Guatemala.
Stephanopodium estrellense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stephanopodium estrellense?
Stephanopodium estrellense
What is the common name of Stephanopodium estrellense?
Estrella's Stephanopodium
What is the natural habitat of Stephanopodium estrellense?
Dry grasslands, scrub and open woodlands
Species in the Stephanopodium genus
Stephanopodium estrellense,
Stephanopodium peruvianum,
Stephanopodium angulatum,
Stephanopodium gentryi,
Stephanopodium magnifolium,
Stephanopodium costaricense,
Stephanopodium longipedicellatum,
Stephanopodium cuspidatum,
Stephanopodium engleri,
Stephanopodium aptotum,
Stephanopodium venezuelanum,
Stephanopodium sessile,
Stephanopodium blanchetianum,
Stephanopodium organense,
Stephanopodium gracile,
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,