Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
stenobotrys
ID:
629225

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Standl.) Lundell & Pipoly

Source:
cmp

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Wrightia 7(2): 44 (1982):.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000628557

Common Names

  • Stenobotrys Ctenardisia
  • Stenobotrys Ctenardisia
  • Stenobotrys Ctenardisia

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Synonyms

  • Ardisia stenobotrys Standl. [unknown]

Description

Ctenardisia stenobotrys (also called Narrow-leaved Ctenardisia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a height of up to 1.5 m. It is native to South America, and is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and forest edges.

Uses & Benefits

Ctenardisia stenobotrys is used as an ornamental plant and in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ctenardisia stenobotrys is white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ctenardisia stenobotrys can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a moist soil mix. Both should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have established roots.

Where to Find Ctenardisia stenobotrys

Ctenardisia stenobotrys is native to Madagascar. It is found in the dry deciduous forests of the country.

Ctenardisia stenobotrys FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ctenardisia stenobotrys?

Ctenardisia stenobotrys

What type of plant is Ctenardisia stenobotrys?

It is a shrub

Where is Ctenardisia stenobotrys native to?

It is native to Mexico

Species in the Primulaceae family

Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2746624: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Cyrus Longworth Lundell (1907-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lundell' in the authors string.
John J. Pipoly (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pipoly' in the authors string.