Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Species:
hexastamineum
ID:
505772

Status:
valid

Authors:
Keay

Source:
ksu

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 8: 75 (1953)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505104

Common Names

  • Syrrheonema Hexastamineum
  • Hexastamineous Syrrheonema
  • Hexastamineous Climbing Syrrheonema

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Description

Syrrheonema hexastamineum (also called Six-stamened Syrrheonema, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Syrrheonemataceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Africa and Madagascar. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Syrrheonema hexastamineum is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antispasmodic properties. It is also used to treat digestive disorders, respiratory problems, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Syrrheonema hexastamineum has small, white flowers that are clustered in a dense inflorescence. Its seeds are small, round and black with a hard, shiny surface. The seedlings are small and have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Syrrheonema hexastamineum is a terrestrial bromeliad that can be propagated by division or by seed. To cultivate it, it should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept in a warm, sunny location. It requires regular watering and fertilizing for best results.

Where to Find Syrrheonema hexastamineum

Syrrheonema hexastamineum is found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, particularly in Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Syrrheonema hexastamineum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Syrrheonema hexastamineum?

Syrrheonema hexastamineum

What type of plant is Syrrheonema hexastamineum?

Tropical shrub

Where is Syrrheonema hexastamineum native to?

Africa

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