Sarcolobus porcatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
porcatus
ID:
431834
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 353 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431166
Common Names
- Sarcolobus porcatus
- Porcatus Sarcolobus
- Sarcolobus Porcatus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sarcolobus porcatus (also called Porcate Sarcolobus, among many other common names) is a perennial, evergreen shrub native to South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves, which are ovate and slightly serrated. It produces small, white flowers in the summer, followed by red berries. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcolobus porcatus is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and bright pink flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and as a diuretic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sarcolobus porcatus 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sarcolobus porcatus is a species of flowering plant native to South America. It is a hardy perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. To propagate from seed, sow the seeds in a warm, moist environment and keep them moist until germination. For cuttings, take a stem cutting and plant it in a moist, well-draining soil. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light. Once the plant is established, it will need regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Sarcolobus porcatus
Sarcolobus porcatus is native to Colombia.
Sarcolobus porcatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcolobus porcatus?
Sarcolobus porcatus
What is the common name of Sarcolobus porcatus?
Porcupine rosette
What is the family of Sarcolobus porcatus?
Asteraceae
Species in the Sarcolobus genus
Sarcolobus porcatus, Sarcolobus merrillii, Sarcolobus oblongus, Sarcolobus pierrei, Sarcolobus retusus, Sarcolobus ritae, Sarcolobus rubescens, Sarcolobus luzonensis, Sarcolobus carinatus, Sarcolobus globosus, Sarcolobus spathulatus, Sarcolobus borneensis, Sarcolobus stenophyllus, Sarcolobus subnudus, Sarcolobus venulosus, Sarcolobus vittatus, Sarcolobus kaniensis, Sarcolobus hullsii, Sarcolobus brachystephanus, Sarcolobus cambogensis,
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
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:960075-1: Based on the initial data import