Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Species:
cupuliformis
ID:
501796

Status:
valid

Authors:
Barlow

Source:
ksu

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Austral. J. Bot. 22: 601 (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501128

Common Names

  • Sogerianthe Cupuliformis
  • Cup-shaped Sogerianthe
  • Cup-shaped-leaved Sogerianthe

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Description

Sogerianthe cupuliformis (also called Cup-shaped Sogerianthe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has a rosette of lanceolate leaves and produces yellow flowers. It is found in wet grasslands and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Sogerianthe cupuliformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sogerianthe cupuliformis has yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sogerianthe cupuliformis is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Sogerianthe cupuliformis

Sogerianthe cupuliformis is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist areas such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet forests.

Sogerianthe cupuliformis FAQ

What are the common names of Sogerianthe cupuliformis?

Common names of Sogerianthe cupuliformis include Cup-shaped Sogerianthe and Cup-shaped Tree.

What is the natural habitat of Sogerianthe cupuliformis?

Sogerianthe cupuliformis is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia.

What are the uses of Sogerianthe cupuliformis?

Sogerianthe cupuliformis is used for timber and as an ornamental plant.

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