Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Species:
magniglobula
ID:
740171

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Erikss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 126: 87 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739504

Common Names

  • Sphaeradenia Magniglobula
  • Magniglobula Sphaeradenia
  • Magniglobula

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Description

Sphaeradenia magniglobula (also called Large-globed Sphaeradenia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to North America. It has small, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeradenia magniglobula is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sphaeradenia magniglobula is white and star-shaped with 6 petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphaeradenia magniglobula is a species of evergreen shrub native to China. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by layering. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. It can be propagated by seed, but this is not recommended as it can take a long time for the seedlings to become established.

Where to Find Sphaeradenia magniglobula

Sphaeradenia magniglobula is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Sphaeradenia magniglobula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeradenia magniglobula?

Sphaeradenia magniglobula

What type of plant is Sphaeradenia magniglobula?

Herb

Where is Sphaeradenia magniglobula found?

South America

Species in the Sphaeradenia genus

Sphaeradenia crocea, Sphaeradenia steyermarkii, Sphaeradenia hamata, Sphaeradenia garciae, Sphaeradenia fosbergii, Sphaeradenia duidae, Sphaeradenia cuatrecasana, Sphaeradenia chiriquensis, Sphaeradenia buenaventurae, Sphaeradenia asplundii, Sphaeradenia angustifolia, Sphaeradenia amazonica, Sphaeradenia danielii, Sphaeradenia pterostigma, Sphaeradenia sphagnicola, Sphaeradenia sanctae-barbarae, Sphaeradenia rhodocephala, Sphaeradenia horrida, Sphaeradenia purpurea, Sphaeradenia pachystigma, Sphaeradenia oligostemon, Sphaeradenia lemaensis, Sphaeradenia laucheana, Sphaeradenia killipii, Sphaeradenia alleniana, Sphaeradenia stylosa, Sphaeradenia acutitepala, Sphaeradenia stenosperma, Sphaeradenia woodsonii, Sphaeradenia vallensis, Sphaeradenia perangusta, Sphaeradenia gigantea, Sphaeradenia versicolor, Sphaeradenia compacta, Sphaeradenia oxystigma, Sphaeradenia carnosa, Sphaeradenia crassiceps, Sphaeradenia magniglobula, Sphaeradenia brachiolata, Sphaeradenia distans, Sphaeradenia columnaris, Sphaeradenia proboscidifera, Sphaeradenia pallida, Sphaeradenia praetermissa, Sphaeradenia scandens, Sphaeradenia alba, Sphaeradenia pulchra, Sphaeradenia virella, Sphaeradenia meridionalis, Sphaeradenia occidentalis,

Species in the Cyclanthaceae family

Asplundia acuminata, Asplundia ahlneri, Asplundia alata, Asplundia antioquiae, Asplundia aulacostigma, Asplundia aurantiaca, Asplundia australis, Asplundia brachyphylla, Asplundia brachypus, Asplundia brasiliensis, Asplundia cabrerae, Asplundia caput-medusae, Asplundia cayapensis, Asplundia clementinae, Asplundia cupulifera, Asplundia cuspidata, Asplundia cymbispatha, Asplundia divergens, Asplundia domingensis, Asplundia dussii, Asplundia ecuadoriensis, Asplundia euryspatha, Asplundia ewanii, Asplundia fagerlindii, Asplundia fanshawei, Asplundia fendleri, Asplundia ferruginea, Asplundia flavovaginata, Asplundia gamotepala, Asplundia gardneri, Asplundia gigantea, Asplundia glandulosa, Asplundia glaucophylla, Asplundia gleasonii, Asplundia goebelii, Asplundia guianensis, Asplundia harlingiana, Asplundia helicotricha, Asplundia heteranthera, Asplundia hookeri, Asplundia humilis, Asplundia insignis, Asplundia isabellina, Asplundia krukoffii, Asplundia labela, Asplundia latifolia, Asplundia latifrons, Asplundia liebmannii, Asplundia lilacina, Asplundia longicrura,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-287905: Based on the initial data import
Roger Eriksson (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Erikss.' in the authors string.