Stackhousia annua - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
annua
ID:
492619
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.R.Barker
Source:
ksu
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 1: 75 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491951
Common Names
- Annua Stackhousia
- Annua
- Stackhousia Annua
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stackhousia annua (also called Annual Stackhousia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Stackhousiaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland forests. It is found in a variety of habitats, including primary and secondary forests, as well as disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Stackhousia annua is used for timber, fuel, and as a source of food for humans and animals. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Stackhousia annua are white, star-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, ovoid and black in colour. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stackhousia annua is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a well-draining soil mix and should be kept in a warm, humid environment. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.
Where to Find Stackhousia annua
Stackhousia annua is found in Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia.
Stackhousia annua FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stackhousia annua?
Stackhousia annua
What is the family of Stackhousia annua?
Celastraceae
What is the common name of Stackhousia annua?
Annual Stackhousia
Species in the Stackhousia genus
Stackhousia annua, Stackhousia aspericocca, Stackhousia clementii, Stackhousia dielsii, Stackhousia megaloptera, Stackhousia minima, Stackhousia muricata, Stackhousia nuda, Stackhousia pulvinaris, Stackhousia scoparia, Stackhousia spathulata, Stackhousia umbellata, Stackhousia viminea, Stackhousia intermedia, Stackhousia subterranea, Stackhousia stratfordiae, Stackhousia monogyna,
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
William Robert Barker (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.R.Barker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:821875-1: Based on the initial data import