Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth. & Hook.f.) K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 38 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524981
Common Names
- Sarcophrynium
- Villosum
- Hairy Sarcophrynium
Synonyms
- Phrynium villosum Benth. [unknown]
- Phyllodes mollis Kuntze [unknown]
- Phyllodes villosa K.Schum. [unknown]
- Phrynium villosum Benth. & Hook.f. [unknown]
Description
Sarcophrynium villosum (also called Villosum Sarcophrynium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a small shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa. Its habitats include rainforests, cloud forests, and other humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcophrynium villosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarcophrynium villosum has small, white flowers with a yellow lip. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcophrynium villosum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Sarcophrynium villosum
Sarcophrynium villosum is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Sarcophrynium villosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcophrynium villosum?
Sarcophrynium villosum
What is the common name of Sarcophrynium villosum?
Hairy sarcophrynium
Where is Sarcophrynium villosum found?
Sarcophrynium villosum is found in the Mediterranean region
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Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,