Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
papuana
ID:
1186063

Status:
valid

Authors:
Broth. & Geh.

Source:
tro

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Oefvers. Förh. Finska Vetensk.-Soc. 42: 122 1900

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001185401

Common Names

  • Sorapilla papuana
  • Papuana Sorapilla
  • Papuana's Sorapilla

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Uses & Benefits

Sorapilla papuana is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating skin diseases and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sorapilla papuana has white flowers with yellow centers and long, thin seed pods. The seedlings are small and have a single, long stem with small, oval-shaped leaves. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sorapilla papuana is a tropical plant native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sorapilla papuana

Sorapilla papuana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Species in the Sorapilla genus

Species in the Sorapillaceae family

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Adalbert Geheeb (1842-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Geh.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35165979: Based on data supplied by Bryonames