Status:
valid
Authors:
Valeton
Source:
cmp
Year:
1898
Citation Micro:
Meded. Lands Plantentuin 19: 394 (1898)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498648
Common Names
- Stemonurus celebicus
- Celeb Stemonurus
- Celeb Broom
Description
Stemonurus celebicus (also called Celebes Stemonurus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the grass family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in wet montane forests. It is a perennial grass with thin, arching leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Stemonurus celebicus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, dysentery, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Stemonurus celebicus is a yellow-orange color and has five petals. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped seed with a brown color. The seedlings are light green in color and have two to three pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Stemonurus celebicus is an annual plant that can be propagated from seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and should be kept moist but not soggy. The seeds should be placed in a warm, sunny location and should be given plenty of indirect light. The soil should be kept evenly moist and should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. The seedlings should be thinned out when they reach a few inches in height.
Where to Find Stemonurus celebicus
Stemonurus celebicus is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical rainforests.
Stemonurus celebicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stemonurus celebicus?
Stemonurus celebicus
What is the natural habitat of Stemonurus celebicus?
Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia
What is the flowering season for Stemonurus celebicus?
April to October
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,