Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Paracryphiales
Species:
pauciflorus
ID:
432012

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.C.Sm.) Steenis & Erdtman

Source:
ksu

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
Svensk Bot. Tidskr. 49: 22 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000431344

Common Names

  • Sphenostemon pauciflorus
  • Pauciflorus Sphenostemon
  • Pauciflorus Sphenostemon

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Synonyms

  • Nouhuysia pauciflora (A.C.Sm.) Steenis [unknown]
  • Idenburgia pauciflora A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Sphenostemon pauciflorus (also called 'Chinese violet' and 'Chinese evergreen', among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is a low-growing plant with glossy, dark green leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and forest margins.

Uses & Benefits

Sphenostemon pauciflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphenostemon pauciflorus has small white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sphenostemon pauciflorus is a tropical plant native to South America. It is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered spot. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Sphenostemon pauciflorus

Sphenostemon pauciflorus is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the understory of tropical forests.

Sphenostemon pauciflorus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphenostemon pauciflorus?

Sphenostemon pauciflorus

What is the family of Sphenostemon pauciflorus?

Araliaceae

Where is Sphenostemon pauciflorus native to?

Papua New Guinea

Species in the Paracryphiaceae family

Paracryphia alticola, Quintinia acutifolia, Quintinia altigena, Quintinia apoensis, Quintinia brassii, Quintinia elliptica, Quintinia epiphytica, Quintinia fawkneri, Quintinia kuborensis, Quintinia lanceolata, Quintinia ledermannii, Quintinia macgregorii, Quintinia major, Quintinia media, Quintinia minor, Quintinia montiswilhelmii, Quintinia neoebudica, Quintinia nutantifora, Quintinia oreophila, Quintinia pachyphylla, Quintinia parviflora, Quintinia quatrefagesii, Quintinia resinosa, Quintinia rigida, Quintinia schlechterana, Quintinia serrata, Quintinia sieberi, Quintinia verdonii, Sphenostemon arfakensis, Sphenostemon balansae, Sphenostemon comptonii, Sphenostemon lobosporus, Sphenostemon papuanus, Sphenostemon oppositifolius, Sphenostemon pauciflorus, Sphenostemon thibaudii, Sphenostemon tireliae, Sphenostemon pachycladus,

References

Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
Gunnar Erdtman (1897-1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Erdtman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:83980-1: Based on the initial data import