Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
bicristatum
ID:
526166

Status:
valid

Authors:
Luer

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Syst. Bot. Missouri Bot. Gard. 88: 110 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525498

Common Names

  • Bicristatum
  • Two-crested Mahoe
  • Two-crested Oak

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Description

Scaphosepalum bicristatum (also called Two-crested Scaphosepalum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in open woodlands, heath and dry sclerophyll forests. It has grey-green foliage and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphosepalum bicristatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Scaphosepalum bicristatum are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have yellow-green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphosepalum bicristatum is a shrub or small tree which can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be pruned to shape.

Where to Find Scaphosepalum bicristatum

Scaphosepalum bicristatum is native to South Africa.

Scaphosepalum bicristatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scaphosepalum bicristatum?

Scaphosepalum bicristatum

What is the common name of Scaphosepalum bicristatum?

Bicristate Scaphosepalum

Where is Scaphosepalum bicristatum found?

Scaphosepalum bicristatum is found in South America

Species in the Scaphosepalum genus

Scaphosepalum anchoriferum, Scaphosepalum andreettae, Scaphosepalum antenniferum, Scaphosepalum beluosum, Scaphosepalum bicolor, Scaphosepalum breve, Scaphosepalum cimex, Scaphosepalum clavellatum, Scaphosepalum cloesii, Scaphosepalum dalstroemii, Scaphosepalum decorum, Scaphosepalum delhierroi, Scaphosepalum digitale, Scaphosepalum dodsonii, Scaphosepalum fimbriatum, Scaphosepalum gibberosum, Scaphosepalum globosum, Scaphosepalum grande, Scaphosepalum hirtzii, Scaphosepalum jostii, Scaphosepalum lima, Scaphosepalum macrodactylum, Scaphosepalum manningii, Scaphosepalum martineae, Scaphosepalum medinae, Scaphosepalum microdactylum, Scaphosepalum odontochilum, Scaphosepalum ophidion, Scaphosepalum ovulare, Scaphosepalum panduratum, Scaphosepalum parviflorum, Scaphosepalum pleurothallodes, Scaphosepalum pulvinare, Scaphosepalum rapax, Scaphosepalum swertiifolium, Scaphosepalum tiaratum, Scaphosepalum triceratops, Scaphosepalum ursinum, Scaphosepalum verrucosum, Scaphosepalum viviparum, Scaphosepalum xystra, Scaphosepalum bicristatum, Scaphosepalum merinoi, Scaphosepalum portillae, Scaphosepalum redderianum, Scaphosepalum reptans, Scaphosepalum erasmatopus, Scaphosepalum rinkei, Scaphosepalum translucens, Scaphosepalum ximenae,

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,

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