Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thwaites) Miers
Source:
cmp
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 22: 110 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498663
Common Names
- Stemonurus apicalis
- Apical Stemonurus
- Apical Broom
Description
Stemonurus apicalis (also called Apical 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 65 cm tall. It is native to India and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Stemonurus apicalis 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 apicalis 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 apicalis 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 apicalis
Stemonurus apicalis can be found in tropical Africa, from Senegal to Angola.
Stemonurus apicalis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Stemonurus apicalis?
Stemonurus apicalis
What is the common name of Stemonurus apicalis?
Apical Stemonurus
What is the family of Stemonurus apicalis?
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,