Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellulata
ID:
321815

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ridl.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Fl. Malay Penins. 2: 106 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000321147

Common Names

  • Tarenna Stellulata
  • Star-Like Tarenna
  • Star-Like Bushweed

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Synonyms

  • Ixora stellulata Kuntze [valid]
  • Pavetta aristata Wall. [invalid]
  • Webera stellulata Hook.f. [valid]

Description

Tarenna stellulata (also called Star-shaped Tarenna, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, upright habit. It is native to India, and grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tarenna stellulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used to make herbal teas and tinctures, as well as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tarenna stellulata are white and star-shaped, with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tarenna stellulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a warm, humid environment. Both methods should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tarenna stellulata

Tarenna stellulata is native to India and can be found in the tropical forests of the country.

Tarenna stellulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tarenna stellulata?

Tarenna stellulata

What is the common name of Tarenna stellulata?

Star-leaved Tarenna

What is the family of Tarenna stellulata?

Rubiaceae

Species in the Tarenna genus

Tarenna acuminata, Tarenna acutisepala, Tarenna adangensis, Tarenna adpressa, Tarenna agumbensis, Tarenna alpestris, Tarenna angustifolia, Tarenna annamensis, Tarenna arborescens, Tarenna asiatica, Tarenna attenuata, Tarenna austrosinensis, Tarenna baconioides, Tarenna bakeri, Tarenna barbellata, Tarenna bartlettii, Tarenna bartlingii, Tarenna baviensis, Tarenna bipindensis, Tarenna bonii, Tarenna borneensis, Tarenna brachysiphon, Tarenna brevicymigera, Tarenna burttii, Tarenna calliblepharis, Tarenna campaniflora, Tarenna canarica, Tarenna capitata, Tarenna catanduanensis, Tarenna chevalieri, Tarenna ciliolata, Tarenna cinerea, Tarenna citrina, Tarenna collinsiae, Tarenna compactiflora, Tarenna conferta, Tarenna confusa, Tarenna congensis, Tarenna coriacea, Tarenna costata, Tarenna crassifolia, Tarenna cumingiana, Tarenna curtisii, Tarenna dallachiana, Tarenna dasyphylla, Tarenna debilis, Tarenna depauperata, Tarenna disperma, Tarenna drummondii, Tarenna ebracteata,

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,

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