Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
obtusisepala
ID:
750860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lepis, Maas & Struwe

Source:
ksu

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Blumea 56: 30 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750193

Common Names

  • Sipapoantha obtusisepala
  • Obtuse-sepaled Sipapoantha
  • Obtuse-sepaled Sipapoantha

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Description

Sipapoantha obtusisepala (also called Obtuse-sepal Sipapoantha, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests and is often found in areas with limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Sipapoantha obtusisepala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sipapoantha obtusisepala is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed with a thin, white, fleshy coating. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sipapoantha obtusisepala is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or cuttings.

Where to Find Sipapoantha obtusisepala

Sipapoantha obtusisepala is native to the tropical rainforests of South America. It can be found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.

Sipapoantha obtusisepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sipapoantha obtusisepala?

Sipapoantha obtusisepala

What is the common name of Sipapoantha obtusisepala?

Obtuse-sepaled Sipapoantha

What is the natural habitat of Sipapoantha obtusisepala?

Tropical forests

Species in the Sipapoantha genus

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

References

Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.
Lena Struwe (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Struwe' in the authors string.
K.B. Lepis: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lepis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77110715-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.