Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Alismatales
Family:
Species:
egorovii
ID:
801266

Status:
valid

Authors:
N.S.Pavlova & V.A.Nechaev

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 90: 753 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000800600

Common Names

  • Egorovii Symplocarpus
  • Symplocarpus
  • Egorovii

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Description

Symplocarpus egorovii (also called Egorov's Symplocarpus, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is a small shrub, typically growing to a height of 0.5 - 1.5 m. It is native to South America, where it is found in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It typically grows in wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocarpus egorovii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocarpus egorovii is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with dark green leaves and white stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocarpus egorovii is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized once a year. Pruning is not necessary.

Where to Find Symplocarpus egorovii

Symplocarpus egorovii is native to Russia and can be found in the Altai Mountains.

Symplocarpus egorovii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocarpus egorovii?

Symplocarpus egorovii

What is the common name of Symplocarpus egorovii?

Egorov's Symplocarpus

What is the natural habitat of Symplocarpus egorovii?

Dry forests and scrublands

Species in the Araceae family

Adelonema erythropus, Adelonema allenii, Adelonema crinipes, Adelonema hammelii, Adelonema kvistii, Adelonema mofflerianum, Adelonema orientale, Adelonema pallidinervium, Adelonema panamense, Adelonema peltatum, Adelonema picturatum, Adelonema roezlii, Adelonema speariae, Adelonema wallisii, Adelonema wendlandii, Adelonema yanamonoense, Aglaodorum griffithii, Aglaonema brevispathum, Aglaonema chermsiriwattanae, Aglaonema cochinchinense, Aglaonema commutatum, Aglaonema cordifolium, Aglaonema costatum, Aglaonema densinervium, Aglaonema flemingianum, Aglaonema hookerianum, Aglaonema marantifolium, Aglaonema modestum, Aglaonema nebulosum, Aglaonema nitidum, Aglaonema ovatum, Aglaonema philippinense, Aglaonema pictum, Aglaonema pumilum, Aglaonema rotunda, Aglaonema simplex, Aglaonema tricolor, Aglaonema vittatum, Aglaonema robeleynii, Aglaonema birmanicum, Aglaonema nicobaricum, Aglaonema tassae, Alloschemone inopinata, Alloschemone occidentalis, Alocasia megawatiae, Alocasia chaii, Alocasia infernalis, Alocasia nycteris, Alocasia hypoleuca, Alocasia jiewhoei,

References

N.S. Pavlova (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.S.Pavlova' in the authors string.
V.A. Nechaev: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.A.Nechaev' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77068804-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.