Disterigma stereophyllum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stereophyllum
ID:
653044
Status:
valid
Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Luteyn
Source:
cmp
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 54(147): 276 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000652376
Common Names
- Stereophyllum Disterigma
- Disterigma Stereophyllum
- Stereophyllum
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- Killipiella stereophylla A.C.Sm. [valid]
Description
Disterigma stereophyllum (also called Stereophyllum Disterigma, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central America. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical rainforests and on the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Disterigma stereophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Disterigma stereophyllum has white flowers with yellow anthers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with ovate leaves and a long stem.
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Disterigma stereophyllum is a slow-growing, succulent plant that can be propagated from stem cuttings or offsets. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water only when the soil is dry and fertilize lightly once a month during the growing season.
Where to Find Disterigma stereophyllum
Disterigma stereophyllum is native to Mexico.
Disterigma stereophyllum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Disterigma stereophyllum?
Disterigma stereophyllum
What is the common name of Disterigma stereophyllum?
Stereophyllum Disterigma
What is the natural habitat of Disterigma stereophyllum?
Disterigma stereophyllum is native to South America, particularly Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Species in the Disterigma genus
Disterigma acuminatum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma agathosmoides, Disterigma alaternoides, Disterigma appendiculatum, Disterigma baguense, Disterigma balslevii, Disterigma bocatorense, Disterigma bracteatum, Disterigma campanulatum, Disterigma campii, Disterigma chocoanum, Disterigma codonanthum, Disterigma cryptocalyx, Disterigma cuspidatum, Disterigma dissimile, Disterigma dumontii, Disterigma ecuadorense, Disterigma elassanthum, Disterigma empetrifolium, Disterigma fortunense, Disterigma hammelii, Disterigma hiatum, Disterigma humboldtii, Disterigma leucanthum, Disterigma luteynii, Disterigma micranthum, Disterigma microphyllum, Disterigma noyesiae, Disterigma ollacheum, Disterigma ovatum, Disterigma pallidum, Disterigma panamense, Disterigma parallelinerve, Disterigma pentandrum, Disterigma pernettyoides, Disterigma pilosum, Disterigma pseudokillipiella, Disterigma rimbachii, Disterigma staphelioides, Disterigma stereophyllum, Disterigma synanthum, Disterigma terniflorum, Disterigma trimerum, Disterigma ulei, Disterigma utleyorum, Disterigma verruculatum, Disterigma weberbaueri,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.