Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microphylla
ID:
316967

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Labiat. Gen. Spec. : 655 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316299

Common Names

  • Microphylla Stenogyne
  • Hawaiian Sage
  • Hawaiian Mint

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Synonyms

  • Stenogyne affinis C.N.Forbes [unknown]
  • Stenogyne crenata muricata O.Deg. & Sherff [unknown]
  • Stenogyne diffusa glabra Wawra [unknown]
  • Stenogyne vagans Hillebr. [unknown]
  • Stenogyne crenata A.Gray [unknown]
  • Stenogyne diffusa A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Stenogyne microphylla (also called Small-leaved 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 microphylla 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

The flower of Stenogyne microphylla is a small, white, tubular flower with 5 petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenogyne microphylla 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 microphylla

Stenogyne microphylla is native to Hawaii and can be found in the islands of Kauai, Oahu, and Molokai.

Stenogyne microphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenogyne microphylla?

Stenogyne microphylla

What is the common name of Stenogyne microphylla?

Hawaiian Sandalwood

What is the natural habitat of Stenogyne microphylla?

Dry forests and shrublands

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-197243: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.