Status:
valid
Authors:
Rye
Source:
ksu
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 10: 290 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504385
Common Names
- Medial Stenanthemum
- Medial Twin-Leaf
- Medial Two-Leaf
Description
Stenanthemum mediale (also called Mid-ribbed Stenanthemum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rhamnaceae family. It is native to the south-eastern Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forest, in sandy soils.
Uses & Benefits
Stenanthemum mediale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenanthemum mediale is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenanthemum mediale is a small, evergreen shrub, growing to a height of 2-3 feet. It is best grown in a sunny location and in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.
Where to Find Stenanthemum mediale
Stenanthemum mediale is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands in the states of New South Wales and Queensland.
Stenanthemum mediale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenanthemum mediale?
Stenanthemum mediale
What is the common name of Stenanthemum mediale?
Medial Stenanthemum
What is the natural habitat of Stenanthemum mediale?
It is found in wet sclerophyll forests, rainforests, and heathlands in eastern Australia
Species in the Stenanthemum genus
Stenanthemum complicatum,
Stenanthemum intricatum,
Stenanthemum humile,
Stenanthemum emarginatum,
Stenanthemum divaricatum,
Stenanthemum bilobum,
Stenanthemum argenteum,
Stenanthemum cristatum,
Stenanthemum mediale,
Stenanthemum liberum,
Stenanthemum pimeleoides,
Stenanthemum sublineare,
Stenanthemum stipulosum,
Stenanthemum reissekii,
Stenanthemum pumilum,
Stenanthemum poicilum,
Stenanthemum petraeum,
Stenanthemum patens,
Stenanthemum notiale,
Stenanthemum newbeyi,
Stenanthemum nanum,
Stenanthemum pomaderroides,
Stenanthemum limitatum,
Stenanthemum arens,
Stenanthemum centrale,
Stenanthemum bremerense,
Stenanthemum radiatum,
Stenanthemum yorkense,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,