Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
portoricense
ID:
317353

Status:
valid

Authors:
Britton & P.Wilson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bot. Porto Rico 6: 564 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316685

Common Names

  • Portoricense Stenostomum
  • Stenostomum Portoricense
  • Portoricense Stenostomum Plant

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Synonyms

  • Antirhea portoricensis (Britton & P.Wilson) Standl. [valid]

Description

Stenostomum portoricense (also called Puerto Rican Stenostomum, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a dense, rounded crown. It has dark green, glossy leaves and produces small white flowers. It is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and is found in humid montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Stenostomum portoricense 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 portoricense is a small, white flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stenostomum portoricense 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 portoricense

Stenostomum portoricense is found in Puerto Rico.

Stenostomum portoricense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stenostomum portoricense?

Stenostomum portoricense

What is the common name of Stenostomum portoricense?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Stenostomum portoricense?

It is found in tropical rainforests in Puerto Rico

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-197616: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Lord Britton (1859-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Britton' in the authors string.
Percy Wilson (1879-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Wilson' in the authors string.