Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
samanensis
ID:
317448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1924

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 20: 351 (1924)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000316780

Common Names

  • Stevensia samanensis
  • Samanensis Stevensia
  • Samanensis Leatherwood

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Synonyms

  • Rondeletia samanensis (Urb.) Borhidi [valid]

Description

Stevensia samanensis (also called Saman Stevensia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Mexico. It grows in dry areas and can reach up to 2 m in height. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Stevensia samanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stevensia samanensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Stevensia samanensis is a small, epiphytic orchid native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is an easy-to-grow species that can be propagated from seed or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light and needs to be kept moist but not wet. It can be grown in a potting mix of sphagnum moss, perlite, and bark chips. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Stevensia samanensis

Stevensia samanensis is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Stevensia samanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Stevensia samanensis?

Stevensia samanensis

What are the common names of Stevensia samanensis?

Saman False Palm

Where is Stevensia samanensis native to?

Venezuela

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