Synostemon spinosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosus
ID:
1330586
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Telford & J.J.Bruhl
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 27(5-6): 460. 2015 [2014 publ. 29 Jun 2015]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343040
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Synostemon spinosus (also called Spiny Synostemon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub with ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to Peru and grows in cloud forests at elevations of 1,800–2,400 metres (5,900–7,900 ft) above sea level.
Uses & Benefits
Synostemon spinosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of essential oils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Synostemon spinosus has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are initially green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Synostemon spinosus is a shrub native to South Africa. It is best grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Synostemon spinosus
Synostemon spinosus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Synostemon spinosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Synostemon spinosus?
Synostemon spinosus
What is the common name of Synostemon spinosus?
Spiny-leafed Synostemon
What is the natural habitat of Synostemon spinosus?
Tropical and subtropical forests of South America
Species in the Synostemon genus
Synostemon albiflorus, Synostemon bacciformis, Synostemon glaucus, Synostemon hirtellus, Synostemon ramosissimus, Synostemon rigens, Synostemon sphenophyllus, Synostemon trachyspermus, Synostemon podenzanae, Synostemon spinosus, Synostemon hamersleyensis, Synostemon aphyllus, Synostemon hubbardii, Synostemon lissocarpus, Synostemon rhytidospermus, Synostemon salignus, Synostemon umbrosus, Synostemon judithae,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,
References
Jeremy Bruhl (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Bruhl' in the authors string.
Ian R.H. Telford (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Telford' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77148352-1: Based on the initial data import