Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Ewan
Source:
tro
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 65: 191 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001271418
Common Names
- Symbolanthus mathewsii
- Mathews' Symbolanthus
- Mathews' Starflower
Uses & Benefits
Symbolanthus mathewsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and inflammation.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Symbolanthus mathewsii sub. cutervoensis J.E.Molina & Struwe
Symbolanthus mathewsii sub. vaccinioides J.E.Molina & Struwe
Symbolanthus mathewsii sub. mathewsii
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Symbolanthus mathewsii has small, white flowers that are arranged in a globular head. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Symbolanthus mathewsii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and regular watering.
Where to Find Symbolanthus mathewsii
Symbolanthus mathewsii is native to India, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. It can be found in moist, shady areas.
Symbolanthus mathewsii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Symbolanthus mathewsii?
Symbolanthus mathewsii
What is the common name of Symbolanthus mathewsii?
Mathewsii
What is the natural habitat of Symbolanthus mathewsii?
It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Symbolanthus genus
Symbolanthus anomalus,
Symbolanthus aureus,
Symbolanthus camanensis,
Symbolanthus gaultherioides,
Symbolanthus superbus,
Symbolanthus elisabethae,
Symbolanthus yaviensis,
Symbolanthus vasculosus,
Symbolanthus huachamacariensis,
Symbolanthus sessilis,
Symbolanthus pulcherrimus,
Symbolanthus rosmarinifolius,
Symbolanthus alboarenicola,
Symbolanthus condorensis,
Symbolanthus incaicus,
Symbolanthus jasonii,
Symbolanthus nebulosus,
Symbolanthus pascoensis,
Symbolanthus calygonus,
Symbolanthus microphyllus,
Symbolanthus obscure-rosaceus,
Symbolanthus pauciflorus,
Symbolanthus brittonianus,
Symbolanthus daturoides,
Symbolanthus pterocalyx,
Symbolanthus tetrapterus,
Symbolanthus australis,
Symbolanthus mathewsii,
Symbolanthus argyreus,
Symbolanthus frigidus,
Symbolanthus stuebelii,
Species in the Gentianaceae family
Adenolisianthus arboreus,
Anthocleista amplexicaulis,
Anthocleista djalonensis,
Anthocleista grandiflora,
Anthocleista inermis,
Anthocleista laxiflora,
Anthocleista liebrechtsiana,
Anthocleista longifolia,
Anthocleista madagascariensis,
Anthocleista microphylla,
Anthocleista nobilis,
Anthocleista obanensis,
Anthocleista procera,
Anthocleista scandens,
Anthocleista schweinfurthii,
Anthocleista vogelii,
Anthocleista potalioides,
Aripuana cullmaniorum,
Bartonia paniculata,
Bartonia verna,
Bartonia virginica,
Bisgoeppertia robustior,
Bisgoeppertia gracilis,
Bisgoeppertia scandens,
Blackstonia acuminata,
Blackstonia grandiflora,
Blackstonia imperfoliata,
Blackstonia perfoliata,
Calolisianthus amplissimus,
Calolisianthus pedunculatus,
Canscora alata,
Canscora andrographioides,
Canscora concanensis,
Canscora diffusa,
Canscora heteroclita,
Canscora macrocalyx,
Canscora pauciflora,
Canscora perfoliata,
Canscora roxburghii,
Canscora schultesii,
Canscora stricta,
Canscora bidoupensis,
Canscora bhatiana,
Canscora shrirangiana,
Canscora ciathula,
Canscora tetraptera,
Celiantha bella,
Celiantha chimantensis,
Celiantha imthurniana,
Centaurium ameghinoi,