Stylogyne atra - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
atra
ID:
506768
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mez
Source:
cmp
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 236: 273 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506100
Common Names
- Stylogyne atra
- Atra Stylogyne
- Atra
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Stylogyne rodriguesiana Pipoly [unknown]
Description
Stylogyne atra (also called 'Black Stylogyne', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Stylogyne atra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to control erosion on slopes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stylogyne atra is white and tubular, with a yellow throat. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are green and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stylogyne atra is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Stylogyne atra
Stylogyne atra is native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It can be found in rocky habitats at elevations of 3,000-4,000 m.
Stylogyne atra FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stylogyne atra?
Stylogyne atra
What is the common name of Stylogyne atra?
Black stylogyne
What is the natural habitat of Stylogyne atra?
Stylogyne atra is native to Mexico and Central America.
Species in the Stylogyne genus
Stylogyne membranacea, Stylogyne mathewsii, Stylogyne martiana, Stylogyne longifolia, Stylogyne lhotzkyana, Stylogyne incognita, Stylogyne laxiflora, Stylogyne lateriflora, Stylogyne lasseri, Stylogyne spruceana, Stylogyne leptantha, Stylogyne serpentina, Stylogyne micrantha, Stylogyne minutiflora, Stylogyne pauciflora, Stylogyne orinocensis, Stylogyne nigricans, Stylogyne hayesii, Stylogyne aguarunana, Stylogyne glomeruliflora, Stylogyne depauperata, Stylogyne darienensis, Stylogyne canaliculata, Stylogyne bracteolata, Stylogyne atra, Stylogyne ardisioides, Stylogyne cauliflora, Stylogyne sordida, Stylogyne warmingii, Stylogyne turbacensis, Stylogyne carautae, Stylogyne araujoana, Stylogyne racemiflora, Stylogyne pucuroensis, Stylogyne lhotskyana,
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-2603131: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christian Mez (1866-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mez' in the authors string.