Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sprucei
ID:
506636

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) J.F.Macbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Publ. Field Columb. Mus., Bot. Ser. 11: 16 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505968

Common Names

  • Spruce's Sorocea
  • Sorocea Sprucei
  • Sprucei Sorocea

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Synonyms

  • Olmedia virgata Pittier [unknown]
  • Pseudosorocea sprucei Baill. [unknown]
  • Sorocea sprucei sprucei [unknown]
  • Sorocea saxicola dentata Hassl. [unknown]
  • Sorocea arnoldoi Lanj. & Wess.Boer [unknown]
  • Sorocea saxicola subrepanda Hassl. [unknown]

Description

Sorocea sprucei (also called Spruce's 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 sprucei 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 sprucei sub. saxicola (Hassl.) C.C.Berg

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sorocea sprucei 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 sprucei 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 sprucei

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

Sorocea sprucei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sorocea sprucei?

Sorocea sprucei

What is the natural habitat of Sorocea sprucei?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

What is the flowering season of Sorocea sprucei?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2602900: Based on the initial data import
James Francis Macbride (1892-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.F.Macbr.' in the authors string.
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.