Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
sarmentosus
ID:
317999

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Bull. Sci. Soc. Philom. Paris 3: 123 (1802)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000317331

Common Names

  • Sarmentose Strophanthus
  • Strophanthus sarmentosus
  • Sarmentose Strophanthus

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Synonyms

  • Strophanthus glabriflorus (Monach.) Monach. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus laurifolius DC. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus ogovensis Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus paroissei Franch. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus pendulus Hook. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus punctifer A.Chev. [unknown]
  • Strophanthus sarmentosus sarmentosus [unknown]
  • Strophanthus senegambiae A.DC. [unknown]

Description

Strophanthus sarmentosus (also called Strophanthus, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It is found in cloud forests at elevations of 1,500–2,400 m. It is a small epiphyte with a creeping rhizome, and long, thin, wiry roots.

Uses & Benefits

Strophanthus sarmentosus has been used as a source of fiber for rope making and as an ornamental plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Strophanthus sarmentosus var. glabriflorus Monach.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Strophanthus sarmentosus is white, with a long, curved nectar spur. The seed is a flat, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a long hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strophanthus sarmentosus is a tropical plant that is easy to propagate from cuttings. It prefers a well-draining soil and full sun, but can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Strophanthus sarmentosus

Strophanthus sarmentosus is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia. It is found in dry forests and savannas.

Strophanthus sarmentosus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strophanthus sarmentosus?

Strophanthus sarmentosus

What is the common name of Strophanthus sarmentosus?

Climbing Strophanthus

What is the natural habitat of Strophanthus sarmentosus?

It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Ethiopia and south to Angola.

Species in the Strophanthus genus

Strophanthus amboensis, Strophanthus arnoldianus, Strophanthus barteri, Strophanthus bequaertii, Strophanthus boivinii, Strophanthus bullenianus, Strophanthus caudatus, Strophanthus congoensis, Strophanthus courmontii, Strophanthus demeusei, Strophanthus divaricatus, Strophanthus emini, Strophanthus gardeniiflorus, Strophanthus gerrardii, Strophanthus gracilis, Strophanthus gratus, Strophanthus hispidus, Strophanthus holosericeus, Strophanthus hypoleucos, Strophanthus kombe, Strophanthus ledienii, Strophanthus luteolus, Strophanthus mirabilis, Strophanthus mortehanii, Strophanthus nicholsonii, Strophanthus parviflorus, Strophanthus perakensis, Strophanthus petersianus, Strophanthus preussii, Strophanthus puberulus, Strophanthus sarmentosus, Strophanthus singaporianus, Strophanthus speciosus, Strophanthus thollonii, Strophanthus vanderijstii, Strophanthus wallichii, Strophanthus welwitschii, Strophanthus wightianus, Strophanthus zimmermannianus,

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,