Styphelia abscondita - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 18:124. (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042640
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Styphelia abscondita (also called Hidden Styphelia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 15 meters in height. It is native to the rainforests of Central America and is found in humid forests and along the edges of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Styphelia abscondita is used as an ornamental plant and for its essential oils, which are used in perfumes and cosmetics. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Styphelia abscondita is white and small, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and round, with a black and white spotted pattern. The seedlings have thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Styphelia abscondita is a shrub that can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months. Pruning is recommended to maintain the shape of the shrub.
Where to Find Styphelia abscondita
Styphelia abscondita is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Styphelia abscondita FAQ
What is the scientific name of Styphelia abscondita?
Styphelia abscondita
What is the common name of Styphelia abscondita?
Hidden Styphelia
What is the natural habitat of Styphelia abscondita?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
Species in the Styphelia genus
Styphelia abnormis, Styphelia acervata, Styphelia acuminata, Styphelia adscendens, Styphelia allittii, Styphelia appressa, Styphelia ascendens, Styphelia attenuata, Styphelia balansae, Styphelia biflora, Styphelia blepharolepis, Styphelia brevicuspis, Styphelia breviflora, Styphelia candolleana, Styphelia carstensensis, Styphelia chlorantha, Styphelia ciliata, Styphelia clelandii, Styphelia coelophylla, Styphelia compacta, Styphelia conantha, Styphelia concinna, Styphelia conferta, Styphelia conostephoides, Styphelia cordata, Styphelia cordifolia, Styphelia corynocarpa, Styphelia coryphila, Styphelia crassiflora, Styphelia crassifolia, Styphelia cuspidata, Styphelia cymbiformis, Styphelia cymbulae, Styphelia dammarifolia, Styphelia deformis, Styphelia dielsiana, Styphelia discolor, Styphelia douglasii, Styphelia dura, Styphelia enervia, Styphelia epacridis, Styphelia epacrioides, Styphelia erectifolia, Styphelia ericifolia, Styphelia ericoides, Styphelia erubescens, Styphelia esquamata, Styphelia exarrhena, Styphelia exolasia, Styphelia exserta,