Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Species:
macphersonii
ID:
1554966

Status:
valid

Authors:
(M.J.Cannon & Cannon) Lowry, G.M.Plunkett & M.M.Mora

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 72(1): 9. 2019

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000034492

Common Names

  • Macphersonii Sciodaphyllum
  • Sciodaphyllum Macphersonii
  • Sciodaphyllum Macphersonii Plant

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Description

Sciodaphyllum macphersonii (also called MacPherson's Sciodaphyllum, among many other common names) is a small, shrubby plant with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to Central and South America, and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sciodaphyllum macphersonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sciodaphyllum macphersonii is small, white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, round, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sciodaphyllum macphersonii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and allowed to dry before planting. The plants should be grown in a sunny location with regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Sciodaphyllum macphersonii

Sciodaphyllum macphersonii can be found in the Amazon region of Brazil.

Sciodaphyllum macphersonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sciodaphyllum macphersonii?

Sciodaphyllum macphersonii

What is the common name of Sciodaphyllum macphersonii?

MacPherson's Sciodaphyllum

What is the natural habitat of Sciodaphyllum macphersonii?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Sciodaphyllum genus

Sciodaphyllum latiligulatum, Sciodaphyllum minutiflorum, Sciodaphyllum micranthum, Sciodaphyllum munchiquense, Sciodaphyllum anomalum, Sciodaphyllum peruvianum, Sciodaphyllum ramosissimum, Sciodaphyllum rubiginosum, Sciodaphyllum silvaticum, Sciodaphyllum steyermarkii, Sciodaphyllum basiorevolutum, Sciodaphyllum rufilanceolatum, Sciodaphyllum ternatum, Sciodaphyllum chachapoyense, Sciodaphyllum pygmaeum, Sciodaphyllum vasquezianum, Sciodaphyllum violaceum, Sciodaphyllum geniculatum, Sciodaphyllum oxapampense, Sciodaphyllum zarucchii, Sciodaphyllum asymmetricum, Sciodaphyllum attenuatum, Sciodaphyllum bangii, Sciodaphyllum bifurcatum, Sciodaphyllum bonitum, Sciodaphyllum caducum, Sciodaphyllum cajambrense, Sciodaphyllum concolor, Sciodaphyllum decagynum, Sciodaphyllum dielsii, Sciodaphyllum digynum, Sciodaphyllum elachistocephalum, Sciodaphyllum euryphyllum, Sciodaphyllum guanayense, Sciodaphyllum herthae, Sciodaphyllum lancifoliolatum, Sciodaphyllum lasiogyne, Sciodaphyllum magnifolium, Sciodaphyllum monzonense, Sciodaphyllum paruanum, Sciodaphyllum pentadactylum, Sciodaphyllum sachamatense, Sciodaphyllum samarianum, Sciodaphyllum sararense, Sciodaphyllum sipapoense, Sciodaphyllum trollii, Sciodaphyllum weberbaueri, Sciodaphyllum aquaverense, Sciodaphyllum albocapitatum, Sciodaphyllum awa,

Species in the Araliaceae family

Anakasia simplicifolia, Aralia apioides, Aralia armata, Aralia atropurpurea, Aralia bicrenata, Aralia bipinnata, Aralia cachemirica, Aralia caesia, Aralia californica, Aralia castanopsisicola, Aralia chinensis, Aralia continentalis, Aralia cordata, Aralia dasyphylla, Aralia dasyphylloides, Aralia debilis, Aralia decaisneana, Aralia delavayi, Aralia echinocaulis, Aralia elata, Aralia excelsa, Aralia fargesii, Aralia ferox, Aralia finlaysoniana, Aralia foliolosa, Aralia frodiniana, Aralia gigantea, Aralia gintungensis, Aralia glabra, Aralia glabrifoliolata, Aralia henryi, Aralia hispida, Aralia humilis, Aralia kansuensis, Aralia kingdon-wardii, Aralia leschenaultii, Aralia malabarica, Aralia melanocarpa, Aralia merrillii, Aralia mexicana, Aralia montana, Aralia nudicaulis, Aralia parasitica, Aralia plumosa, Aralia racemosa, Aralia regeliana, Aralia rex, Aralia scaberula, Aralia scopulorum, Aralia searelliana,