Sarcolobus vittatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
vittatus
ID:
431995
Status:
valid
Authors:
P.I.Forst.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 3: 343 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431327
Common Names
- Sarcolobus vittatus
- Vittatus Sarcolobus
- Striped Sarcolobus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sarcolobus vittatus (also called Striped Sarcolobus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apiaceae family. It is an annual herb with a stem reaching up to 40 cm in height. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcolobus vittatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sarcolobus vittatus are white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sarcolobus vittatus is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done through division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of at least 21°C (70°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Sarcolobus vittatus
Sarcolobus vittatus is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Sarcolobus vittatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcolobus vittatus?
Sarcolobus vittatus
What is the common name of Sarcolobus vittatus?
Vittate Sarcolobus
What is the natural habitat of Sarcolobus vittatus?
It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
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:960073-1: Based on the initial data import