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
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.
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 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,