Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Species:
steyermarkiana
ID:
406824

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.K.Allen) van der Werff

Source:
cmp

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 76: 474 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000406156

Common Names

  • Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana
  • Steyermark's Rhodostemonodaphne
  • Steyermark's False-lily

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Synonyms

  • Ocotea steyermarkiana C.K.Allen [unknown]

Description

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana (also called Steyermark's Rhodostemonodaphne, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub species native to South America. It grows in dense tufts with narrow, linear leaves and a cylindrical spikelet. It is found in moist, shady areas of tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to help filter water and reduce algae growth in ponds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spikelet. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay soils. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana is native to South America and can be found in wet areas such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana?

Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana

What is the common name of Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana?

Steyermark's rhodostemonodaphne

What type of plant is Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Rhodostemonodaphne genus

Rhodostemonodaphne celiana, Rhodostemonodaphne kunthiana, Rhodostemonodaphne parvifolia, Rhodostemonodaphne recurva, Rhodostemonodaphne steyermarkiana, Rhodostemonodaphne ovatifolia, Rhodostemonodaphne macrocalyx, Rhodostemonodaphne longipetiolata, Rhodostemonodaphne frontinensis, Rhodostemonodaphne curicuriariensis, Rhodostemonodaphne praeclara, Rhodostemonodaphne avilensis, Rhodostemonodaphne antioquensis, Rhodostemonodaphne cyclops, Rhodostemonodaphne penduliflora, Rhodostemonodaphne anomala, Rhodostemonodaphne laxa, Rhodostemonodaphne dioica, Rhodostemonodaphne grandis, Rhodostemonodaphne miranda, Rhodostemonodaphne mirecolorata, Rhodostemonodaphne synandra, Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis, Rhodostemonodaphne elephantopus, Rhodostemonodaphne leptoclada, Rhodostemonodaphne morii, Rhodostemonodaphne revolutifolia, Rhodostemonodaphne rufovirgata, Rhodostemonodaphne scandens, Rhodostemonodaphne sordida, Rhodostemonodaphne napoensis, Rhodostemonodaphne tumucumaquensis, Rhodostemonodaphne crenaticupula, Rhodostemonodaphne licanioides, Rhodostemonodaphne peneia, Rhodostemonodaphne negrensis, Rhodostemonodaphne debilis, Rhodostemonodaphne juruensis, Rhodostemonodaphne velutina, Rhodostemonodaphne longiflora, Rhodostemonodaphne saulensis,

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2428852: Based on the initial data import
Henk van der Werff (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van der Werff' in the authors string.
Caroline Kathryn Allen (1904-1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.K.Allen' in the authors string.