Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
stellulata
ID:
506700

Status:
valid

Authors:
Perkins

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 28: 689 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506032

Common Names

  • Stellulata Siparuna
  • Siparuna Stellulata
  • Stellulata Palm

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Synonyms

  • Siparuna subscandens A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Siparuna asterotricha A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Siparuna huilensis A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Siparuna stellulata (also called Siparuna stellulata, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It is found in humid habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests. It is characterized by its large, leathery leaves, which can reach up to 30 cm in length, and its small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Siparuna stellulata has been used medicinally as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siparuna stellulata is small, white, and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siparuna stellulata is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 4 m (13 ft) tall. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C (77°F). Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Siparuna stellulata

Siparuna stellulata is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Siparuna stellulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siparuna stellulata?

Siparuna stellulata

What type of plant is Siparuna stellulata?

Tree

Where is Siparuna stellulata native to?

Central and South America

Species in the Siparuna genus

Siparuna bifida, Siparuna aspera, Siparuna cristata, Siparuna cuspidata, Siparuna decipiens, Siparuna gesnerioides, Siparuna guianensis, Siparuna grandiflora, Siparuna obstipa, Siparuna thecaphora, Siparuna sessiliflora, Siparuna reginae, Siparuna stellulata, Siparuna ficoides, Siparuna auriculata, Siparuna brasiliensis, Siparuna cervicornis, Siparuna cuzcoana, Siparuna echinata, Siparuna eggersii, Siparuna laurifolia, Siparuna lepidota, Siparuna macrotepala, Siparuna muricata, Siparuna mutisii, Siparuna ovalis, Siparuna pauciflora, Siparuna petiolaris, Siparuna poeppigii, Siparuna subinodora, Siparuna tomentosa, Siparuna calignosa, Siparuna pachyantha, Siparuna pilosolepidota, Siparuna schimpffii, Siparuna croatii, Siparuna palenquensis, Siparuna gigantotepala, Siparuna harlingii, Siparuna conica, Siparuna multiflora, Siparuna campii, Siparuna guajalitensis, Siparuna cascada, Siparuna glabrescens, Siparuna krukovii, Siparuna gentryana, Siparuna lozaniana, Siparuna calantha, Siparuna vasqueziana,

Species in the Siparunaceae family

Glossocalyx longicuspis, Siparuna bifida, Siparuna aspera, Siparuna cristata, Siparuna cuspidata, Siparuna decipiens, Siparuna gesnerioides, Siparuna guianensis, Siparuna grandiflora, Siparuna obstipa, Siparuna thecaphora, Siparuna sessiliflora, Siparuna reginae, Siparuna stellulata, Siparuna ficoides, Siparuna auriculata, Siparuna brasiliensis, Siparuna cervicornis, Siparuna cuzcoana, Siparuna echinata, Siparuna eggersii, Siparuna laurifolia, Siparuna lepidota, Siparuna macrotepala, Siparuna muricata, Siparuna mutisii, Siparuna ovalis, Siparuna pauciflora, Siparuna petiolaris, Siparuna poeppigii, Siparuna subinodora, Siparuna tomentosa, Siparuna calignosa, Siparuna pachyantha, Siparuna pilosolepidota, Siparuna schimpffii, Siparuna croatii, Siparuna palenquensis, Siparuna gigantotepala, Siparuna harlingii, Siparuna conica, Siparuna multiflora, Siparuna campii, Siparuna guajalitensis, Siparuna cascada, Siparuna glabrescens, Siparuna krukovii, Siparuna gentryana, Siparuna lozaniana, Siparuna calantha,

References