Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
organense
ID:
1228681

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rizzini) Prance

Source:
tro

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 10: 49 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228019

Common Names

  • Stephanopodium Organense
  • Organense Stephanopodium
  • Organense Starflower

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Uses & Benefits

Stephanopodium organense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stephanopodium organense 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 organense 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 organense

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

Stephanopodium organense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stephanopodium organense?

Stephanopodium organense

What is the common name of Stephanopodium organense?

Organense stephanopodium

What type of plant is Stephanopodium organense?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50053190: Based on the initial data import
Carlos Toledo Rizzini (1921-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rizzini' in the authors string.
Ghillean Prance (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prance' in the authors string.