Status:
valid
Authors:
Cuatrec.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1961
Citation Micro:
Contr. U. S. Natl. Herb. 35: 151 1961
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498709
Common Names
- Auyantepui Schistostemon
- Auyantepui Schistostemony
- Auyantepui Schistostemony
Description
Schistostemon auyantepuiense (also called 'Auyantepui Schistostemon', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with bright green, ovate-lanceolate leaves. It is native to Venezuela and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Schistostemon auyantepuiense is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Schistostemon auyantepuiense has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Schistostemon auyantepuiense is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division.
Where to Find Schistostemon auyantepuiense
Schistostemon auyantepuiense is native to Venezuela. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.
Schistostemon auyantepuiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Schistostemon auyantepuiense?
Schistostemon auyantepuiense
What is the common name of Schistostemon auyantepuiense?
Auyantepuiense
What is the natural habitat of Schistostemon auyantepuiense?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Schistostemon genus
Schistostemon auyantepuiense,
Schistostemon retusum,
Schistostemon fernandezii,
Schistostemon oblongifolium,
Schistostemon reticulatum,
Schistostemon dichotomum,
Schistostemon macrophyllum,
Schistostemon densiflorum,
Schistostemon sylvaticus,
Schistostemon auyantepuiensis,
Species in the Humiriaceae family
Duckesia verrucosa,
Endopleura uchi,
Humiria balsamifera,
Humiria crassifolia,
Humiria fruticosa,
Humiria wurdackii,
Humiria crassifolia,
Humiriastrum colombianum,
Humiriastrum cuspidatum,
Humiriastrum diguense,
Humiriastrum liesneri,
Humiriastrum mussunungense,
Humiriastrum obovatum,
Humiriastrum ottohuberi,
Humiriastrum piraparanense,
Humiriastrum excelsum,
Humiriastrum procerum,
Humiriastrum melanocarpum,
Humiriastrum glaziovii,
Humiriastrum mapiriense,
Humiriastrum villosum,
Humiriastrum dentatum,
Humiriastrum subcrenatum,
Humiriastrum spiritu-sancti,
Hylocarpa heterocarpa,
Sacoglottis gabonensis,
Sacoglottis maguirei,
Sacoglottis mattogrossensis,
Sacoglottis guianensis,
Sacoglottis cydonioides,
Sacoglottis amazonica,
Sacoglottis ceratocarpa,
Sacoglottis trichogyna,
Sacoglottis ovicarpa,
Sacoglottis holdridgei,
Schistostemon auyantepuiense,
Schistostemon retusum,
Schistostemon fernandezii,
Schistostemon oblongifolium,
Schistostemon reticulatum,
Schistostemon dichotomum,
Schistostemon macrophyllum,
Schistostemon densiflorum,
Schistostemon sylvaticus,
Schistostemon auyantepuiensis,
Vantanea minor,
Vantanea guianensis,
Vantanea parviflora,
Vantanea macrocarpa,
Vantanea obovata,