Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pubivena
ID:
506641

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 3: 150 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505973

Common Names

  • Pubivena Sorocea
  • Sorocea Pubivena
  • Pubivena Palm

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Synonyms

  • Sorocea faustiniana Cuatrec. [unknown]
  • Sorocea cufodontii W.C.Burger [unknown]
  • Clarisia mollis Standl. [unknown]
  • Sorocea cufodontisii W.C.Burger [unknown]
  • Trophis macrostachya Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Sorocea pubivena pubivena [unknown]

Description

Sorocea pubivena (also called Pubescent 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 pubivena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin conditions and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sorocea pubivena sub. oligotricha (Akkermans & C.C.Berg) C.C.Berg
Sorocea pubivena sub. hirtella (Mildbr.) C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sorocea pubivena has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sorocea pubivena 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 pubivena

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

Sorocea pubivena FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sorocea pubivena?

Sorocea pubivena

What is the natural habitat of Sorocea pubivena?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

What is the flowering season of Sorocea pubivena?

Spring and summer

Species in the Moraceae family

Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,

References