Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
chalmersiana
ID:
1414900

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell. & Kraenzl.) Ormerod

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Checkl. Papuasian Orchids : 406 (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427365

Common Names

  • Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana
  • Chalmersiana Sarcanthopsis
  • Chalmersiana

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Description

Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana (also called Chalmersiana Sarcanthopsis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a shrub that grows up to 1 meter tall and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana has small white flowers with a sweet scent. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m in height. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana

Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana is native to South Africa and can be found in open grasslands and scrublands.

Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcanthopsis chalmersiana?

Sarcanthopsis chalmeriana

What type of plant is Sarcanthopsis chalmeriana?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

Where is Sarcanthopsis chalmeriana found?

It is found in Mexico and Central America

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.