Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Species:
stuhlmannii
ID:
838968

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gürke

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Pflanzenw. Ost-Afrikas , A: 345 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000838303

Common Names

  • Stuhlmannii Aeollanthus
  • Aeollanthus Stuhlmannii
  • Stuhlmannii Starburst

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Description

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii (also called Stuhlmann's aeollanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with a dense, rounded habit and small, ovate leaves. It is native to tropical Africa and is found in the understory of moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii is a popular houseplant that is known for its air-purifying properties and its ability to thrive in low light conditions.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aeollanthus stuhlmannii is a small, yellowish-green flower that is borne on a short stalk. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed that is enclosed in a thin, papery covering. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin stem with a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii is a fast-growing, clumping palm that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or division of the clumps.

Where to Find Aeollanthus stuhlmannii

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii is native to Tanzania and Kenya.

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii FAQ

What is the optimal temperature for Aeollanthus stuhlmannii?

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

What type of light does Aeollanthus stuhlmannii need?

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Aeollanthus stuhlmannii be watered?

Aeollanthus stuhlmannii should be watered when the soil is dry to the touch, about once a week.

Species in the Aeollanthus genus

Aeollanthus haumannii, Aeollanthus rydingianus, Aeollanthus abyssinicus, Aeollanthus alternatus, Aeollanthus ambustus, Aeollanthus angolensis, Aeollanthus angustifolius, Aeollanthus breviflorus, Aeollanthus buchnerianus, Aeollanthus candelabrum, Aeollanthus caudatus, Aeollanthus cucullatus, Aeollanthus densiflorus, Aeollanthus elsholtzioides, Aeollanthus engleri, Aeollanthus fruticosus, Aeollanthus holstii, Aeollanthus homblei, Aeollanthus lisowskii, Aeollanthus lobatus, Aeollanthus myrianthus, Aeollanthus namibiensis, Aeollanthus neglectus, Aeollanthus paradoxus, Aeollanthus parvifolius, Aeollanthus petiolatus, Aeollanthus pinnatifidus, Aeollanthus plicatus, Aeollanthus pubescens, Aeollanthus rehmannii, Aeollanthus repens, Aeollanthus rivularis, Aeollanthus saxatilis, Aeollanthus sedoides, Aeollanthus serpiculoides, Aeollanthus stuhlmannii, Aeollanthus suaveolens, Aeollanthus subacaulis, Aeollanthus subintegrus, Aeollanthus trifidus, Aeollanthus tuberosus, Aeollanthus ukamensis, Aeollanthus viscosus, Aeollanthus zanzibaricus,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

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