Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
muriculata
ID:
506622

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 4(1): 113 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505954

Common Names

  • Muriculate sorocea
  • Muriculate sorocea tree
  • Sorocea muriculata

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Synonyms

  • Sorocea amazonica Miq. [unknown]
  • Sorocea cuspidata Warb. [unknown]
  • Sorocea dentata Huber [unknown]
  • Sorocea muriculata muriculata [unknown]

Description

Sorocea muriculata (also called Muriculate False Palm, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Moraceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a small tree or shrub that grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sorocea muriculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sorocea muriculata sub. uaupensis (Baill.) C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sorocea muriculata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sorocea muriculata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be carefully dug up and divided into smaller sections, each with at least one shoot. These sections should then be replanted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Sorocea muriculata

Sorocea muriculata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Sorocea muriculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sorocea muriculata?

Sorocea muriculata

What is the natural habitat of Sorocea muriculata?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

What is the flowering season of Sorocea muriculata?

Spring and summer

Species in the Moraceae family

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