Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kaneh.) Sleumer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Blumea 17: 260 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498665
Common Names
- Stemonurus ammui
- Ammu Stemonurus
- Ammu Broom
Description
Stemonurus ammui (also called Ammu's Stemonurus, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Stemonuraceae. It is a small, perennial herb that grows up to 75 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stemonurus ammui is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stemonurus ammui are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stemonurus ammui is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division.
Where to Find Stemonurus ammui
Stemonurus ammui can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Angola.
Stemonurus ammui FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stemonurus ammui?
Stemonurus ammui
What is the common name of Stemonurus ammui?
Ammu's Stemonurus
What is the family of Stemonurus ammui?
Acanthaceae
Species in the Stemonurus genus
Stemonurus celebicus,
Stemonurus apicalis,
Stemonurus ammui,
Stemonurus dichrocarpus,
Stemonurus gitingensis,
Stemonurus grandifolius,
Stemonurus malaccensis,
Stemonurus scorpioides,
Stemonurus secundiflorus,
Stemonurus monticola,
Stemonurus perobtusus,
Stemonurus umbellatus,
Stemonurus corrugatus,
Species in the Stemonuraceae family
Cantleya corniculata,
Codiocarpus andamanicus,
Codiocarpus merrittii,
Discophora guianensis,
Discophora montana,
Gastrolepis alticola,
Gastrolepis austrocaledonica,
Gomphandra apoensis,
Gomphandra australiana,
Gomphandra cambodiana,
Gomphandra capitulata,
Gomphandra comosa,
Gomphandra coriacea,
Gomphandra cumingiana,
Gomphandra dolichocarpa,
Gomphandra donnaiensis,
Gomphandra flavicarpa,
Gomphandra fuliginea,
Gomphandra fusiformis,
Gomphandra javanica,
Gomphandra lancifolia,
Gomphandra luzoniensis,
Gomphandra lysipetala,
Gomphandra mappioides,
Gomphandra mollis,
Gomphandra montana,
Gomphandra oblongifolia,
Gomphandra oligantha,
Gomphandra pallida,
Gomphandra papuana,
Gomphandra parviflora,
Gomphandra pseudojavanica,
Gomphandra pseudoprasina,
Gomphandra quadrifida,
Gomphandra sawiensis,
Gomphandra schoepfiifolia,
Gomphandra simularensis,
Gomphandra subrostrata,
Gomphandra tetrandra,
Gomphandra tomentella,
Gomphandra velutina,
Gomphandra palustris,
Gomphandra halconensis,
Gomphandra conklinii,
Gomphandra rarinervis,
Gomphandra fernandoi,
Gomphandra bracteata,
Gomphandra coi,
Gomphandra psilandra,
Gomphandra dinagatensis,