Strumpfia maritima - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jacq.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1760
Citation Micro:
Enum. Syst. Pl. : 28 (1760)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317370
Common Names
- Strumpfia maritima
- Maritima Strumpfia
- Seashore Strumpfia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strumpfia maritima (also called Sea Lavender, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to the Caribbean, typically found in coastal areas. It has a thick, woody stem and long, narrow leaves with a waxy coating. Its flowers are white and bell-shaped.
Uses & Benefits
Strumpfia maritima has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for rope making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strumpfia maritima is yellow, with a long, curved nectar spur. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Strumpfia maritima can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into individual pots.
Where to Find Strumpfia maritima
Strumpfia maritima can be found in Central America.
Strumpfia maritima FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strumpfia maritima?
Strumpfia maritima
What type of plant is Strumpfia maritima?
It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Strumpfia maritima found?
It is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Strumpfia genus
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-198314: Based on the initial data import
Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin (1727-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacq.' in the authors string.