Synostemon umbrosus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
umbrosus
ID:
1334813
Status:
valid
Authors:
I.Telford & J.J.Bruhl
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 29(3): 231. 2016 [29 Nov 2016]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347267
Common Names
- Synostemon umbrosus
- Umbrosus Synostemon
- U. Synostemon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Synostemon umbrosus (also called Shady Synostemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. The flowers have a white center and yellow-green petals.
Uses & Benefits
Synostemon umbrosus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Synostemon umbrosus is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Synostemon umbrosus is a drought-tolerant, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Synostemon umbrosus
Synostemon umbrosus can be found in Mexico.
Synostemon umbrosus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Synostemon umbrosus?
Synostemon umbrosus
What is the common name of Synostemon umbrosus?
Umbrous Synostemon
Where is Synostemon umbrosus found?
It is found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.
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:77159034-1: Based on the initial data import