Sphenostemon comptonii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Paracryphiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
comptonii
ID:
432000
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker f.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 45: 287 (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431332
Common Names
- Sphenostemon comptonii
- Comptonii Sphenostemon
- Compton Sphenostemon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sphenostemon comptonii (also called Compton's Sphenostemon, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has small, leathery leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and in meadows and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Sphenostemon comptonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sphenostemon comptonii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sphenostemon comptonii is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Sphenostemon comptonii
Sphenostemon comptonii is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the understory of tropical forests.
Sphenostemon comptonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphenostemon comptonii?
Sphenostemon comptonii
What is the common name of Sphenostemon comptonii?
Compton's Sphenostemon
What is the natural habitat of Sphenostemon comptonii?
It is native to New Guinea.
Species in the Sphenostemon genus
Species in the Paracryphiaceae family
Paracryphia alticola, Quintinia acutifolia, Quintinia altigena, Quintinia apoensis, Quintinia brassii, Quintinia elliptica, Quintinia epiphytica, Quintinia fawkneri, Quintinia kuborensis, Quintinia lanceolata, Quintinia ledermannii, Quintinia macgregorii, Quintinia major, Quintinia media, Quintinia minor, Quintinia montiswilhelmii, Quintinia neoebudica, Quintinia nutantifora, Quintinia oreophila, Quintinia pachyphylla, Quintinia parviflora, Quintinia quatrefagesii, Quintinia resinosa, Quintinia rigida, Quintinia schlechterana, Quintinia serrata, Quintinia sieberi, Quintinia verdonii, Sphenostemon arfakensis, Sphenostemon balansae, Sphenostemon comptonii, Sphenostemon lobosporus, Sphenostemon papuanus, Sphenostemon oppositifolius, Sphenostemon pauciflorus, Sphenostemon thibaudii, Sphenostemon tireliae, Sphenostemon pachycladus,
References
Edmund Gilbert Baker (1864-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83976-1: Based on the initial data import