Status:
valid
Authors:
Muschl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 111: 7 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000625939
Common Names
- Stenophyllus Cremolobus
- Cremolobus Stenophyllus
- Stenophyllus Tree
Synonyms
- Loxoptera stenophylla O.E.Schulz [unknown]
Description
Cremolobus stenophyllus (also called Stenophyllus Cremolobus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical Africa. It has a single stem with pinnate leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Cremolobus stenophyllus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber for furniture and construction.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cremolobus stenophyllus is white or yellowish, with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seed is a small, black, smooth, globose nut. The seedlings are small and have a rounded shape.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cremolobus stenophyllus is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plants should be grown in full sun and require regular watering.
Where to Find Cremolobus stenophyllus
Cremolobus stenophyllus is native to Peru and can be found in the Andes mountain range.
Cremolobus stenophyllus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cremolobus stenophyllus?
Cremolobus stenophyllus
What is the common name of Cremolobus stenophyllus?
Stenophyllus
What type of plant is Cremolobus stenophyllus?
Herb
Species in the Cremolobus genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
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Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,