Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
villosum
ID:
525649

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

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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.

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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

Species in the Marantaceae family

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References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-262722: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.