Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
borneensis
ID:
431859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Steenis) P.I.Forst.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 6: 355 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431191

Common Names

  • Sarcolobus borneensis
  • Borneo Sarcolobus
  • Borneo Lobster Claw

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Synonyms

  • Dorystephania borneensis Steenis [unknown]

Description

Sarcolobus borneensis (also called 'Borneo Sarcolobus', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in wet mountain areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcolobus borneensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and as an anti-inflammatory. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarcolobus borneensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcolobus borneensis is a perennial succulent native to Borneo. It can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water sparingly in the summer and provide protection from frost in the winter.

Where to Find Sarcolobus borneensis

Sarcolobus borneensis can be found in the tropical forests of Borneo.

Sarcolobus borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcolobus borneensis?

Sarcolobus borneensis

What is the natural habitat of Sarcolobus borneensis?

It is found in tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

What are the characteristics of Sarcolobus borneensis?

It is a small shrub with leathery leaves and white or pink flowers.

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
Paul Irwin Forster (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.I.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:974460-1: Based on the initial data import