Endostemon usambarensis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
usambarensis
ID:
949724
Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Ashby
Source:
wcs
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 74: 130 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000949062
Common Names
- Endostemon usambarensis
- Usambarensis Endostemon
- Endostemon Usambarensis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Endostemon usambarensis (also called Usambara Stemona, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Guinea, and is found in rainforests, woodlands, and open forests. It has leathery, oblong leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Endostemon usambarensis is an ornamental shrub that is used in gardens and landscaping. It has attractive foliage and can be used to add a touch of color to any garden. It is also known for its ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Endostemon usambarensis is white and star-shaped, with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Endostemon usambarensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks. Pruning should be done in the spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Endostemon usambarensis
Endostemon usambarensis can be found in Tanzania.
Species in the Endostemon genus
Endostemon racemosus, Endostemon stenocaulis, Endostemon albus, Endostemon camporus, Endostemon ctenoneurus, Endostemon glandulosus, Endostemon gracilis, Endostemon kelleri, Endostemon leucosphaerus, Endostemon membranaceus, Endostemon obbiadensis, Endostemon obtusifolius, Endostemon tenuiflorus, Endostemon tereticaulis, Endostemon tomentosus, Endostemon tubulascens, Endostemon usambarensis, Endostemon villosus, Endostemon viscosus, Endostemon wakefieldii,
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-67388: Based on the initial data import
Maurice Ashby: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Ashby' in the authors string.