Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
yorkense
ID:
511058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rye

Source:
ksu

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 16: 380 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510390

Common Names

  • Yorkense Stenanthemum
  • Stenanthemum
  • Stenanthemum Yorkense

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Description

Stenanthemum yorkense (also called York's stenanthemum, among many other common names) is a small shrub or herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has ovate to lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is found in dry and moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Stenanthemum yorkense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stenanthemum yorkense is a tubular shape with five pointed lobes and is yellow in color. The seed is a small, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenanthemum yorkense is a fast-growing, herbaceous perennial that can be propagated from cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and is relatively drought tolerant once established.

Where to Find Stenanthemum yorkense

Stenanthemum yorkense is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers dry, sunny conditions.

Stenanthemum yorkense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenanthemum yorkense?

Stenanthemum yorkense

What is the family of Stenanthemum yorkense?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Stenanthemum yorkense?

Yorkense stenanthemum

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,