Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
domingosii
ID:
1044516

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.Salas & E.L.Cabral

Source:
tro

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 63: 357 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001043854

Common Names

  • Staelia domingosii
  • Domingos' Staelia
  • Domingosii Staelia

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Description

Staelia domingosii (also called Domingos' Staelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Acanthaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in moist forests and rocky areas. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall, with opposite leaves that are ovate to lanceolate in shape and have entire margins. The flowers are white and tubular in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Staelia domingosii has been used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant for treating stomach aches and headaches, and as a fuel for cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Staelia domingosii is white with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Staelia domingosii is a tropical plant that is relatively easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light and regular watering. Propagation is done by division or stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and placed in moist soil or a rooting medium. Keep the soil or medium moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Staelia domingosii

Staelia domingosii is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Elsa Leonor Cabral (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.L.Cabral' in the authors string.
Roberto M. Salas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Salas' in the authors string.