Stenogyne calycosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Sherff
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bot. Gaz. 96: 142 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316223
Common Names
- Calycosa Stenogyne
- Hawaiian Sage
- Hawaiian Mint
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenogyne calycosa (also called Cup-flowered Stenogyne, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown, up to 10 m tall. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean, and is found in tropical dry forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stenogyne calycosa has been used medicinally for treating various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach pains. It has also been used as a food source and for its ornamental value.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenogyne calycosa has white, star-shaped flowers with yellow centers and a sweet scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenogyne calycosa is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Africa. It is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season. To propagate, divide the rhizome or use seed.
Where to Find Stenogyne calycosa
Stenogyne calycosa is found in Hawaii.
Stenogyne calycosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenogyne calycosa?
Stenogyne calycosa
What is the common name of Stenogyne calycosa?
Calyces Stenogyne
What is the natural habitat of Stenogyne calycosa?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Stenogyne genus
Stenogyne angustifolia, Stenogyne bifida, Stenogyne calaminthoides, Stenogyne calycosa, Stenogyne campanulata, Stenogyne cinerea, Stenogyne cranwelliae, Stenogyne haliakalae, Stenogyne kaalae, Stenogyne kamehamehae, Stenogyne kanehoana, Stenogyne macrantha, Stenogyne microphylla, Stenogyne oxygona, Stenogyne purpurea, Stenogyne rotundifolia, Stenogyne rugosa, Stenogyne scrophularioides, Stenogyne sessilis, Stenogyne viridis, Stenogyne kauaulaensis, Stenogyne sherffii,
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-197169: Based on the initial data import
Earl Edward Sherff (1886-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sherff' in the authors string.