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
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.
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 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,