Status:
valid
Authors:
(Urb.) Borhidi & M.Fernández
Source:
wcs
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung. 38: 155. 1995
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316676
Common Names
- Occidentale Stenostomum
- Stenostomum Occidentale
- Occidentale Stenostomum Plant
Synonyms
- Malanea dichotoma A.Rich. [valid]
- Antirhea occidentalis Urb. [valid]
Description
Stenostomum occidentale (also called Western Thalia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical regions of the Americas. It has a creeping rhizome and is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.
Uses & Benefits
Stenostomum occidentale is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stenostomum occidentale is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stenostomum occidentale is a tropical plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season. Prune regularly to maintain a neat shape.
Where to Find Stenostomum occidentale
Stenostomum occidentale is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Stenostomum occidentale FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stenostomum occidentale?
Stenostomum occidentale
What is the common name of Stenostomum occidentale?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Stenostomum occidentale?
It is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America
Species in the Stenostomum genus
Stenostomum abbreviatum,
Stenostomum acutatum,
Stenostomum albobrunneum,
Stenostomum apiculatum,
Stenostomum aristatum,
Stenostomum aromaticum,
Stenostomum baracoense,
Stenostomum biflorum,
Stenostomum cahosianum,
Stenostomum coriaceum,
Stenostomum cuspidatum,
Stenostomum densiflorum,
Stenostomum ekmanii,
Stenostomum ellipticum,
Stenostomum granulatum,
Stenostomum guianensis,
Stenostomum heteroneurum,
Stenostomum imbricatum,
Stenostomum involucratum,
Stenostomum jamaicense,
Stenostomum lucidum,
Stenostomum maestrensis,
Stenostomum minutifolium,
Stenostomum mucronatum,
Stenostomum multinerve,
Stenostomum myrtifolium,
Stenostomum nipense,
Stenostomum obtusifolium,
Stenostomum occidentale,
Stenostomum oliganthum,
Stenostomum ophiticolum,
Stenostomum orbiculare,
Stenostomum pedicellare,
Stenostomum pitonianum,
Stenostomum portoricense,
Stenostomum radiatum,
Stenostomum resinosum,
Stenostomum reticulare,
Stenostomum revolutum,
Stenostomum rotundatum,
Stenostomum scrobiculatum,
Stenostomum shaferi,
Stenostomum sintenisii,
Stenostomum tomentosum,
Stenostomum urbanianum,
Stenostomum acreanum,
Stenostomum darienense,
Stenostomum turrialbanum,
Stenostomum maestrense,
Stenostomum ophiticola,
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,