Sarcomphalus amole - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amole
ID:
1332746
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Sessé & Moc.) Hauenschild
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 55 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345200
Common Names
- Sarcomphalus Amole
- Amole Sarcomphalus
- Sarcomphalus Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sarcomphalus amole (also called Amole Sarcomphalus, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and has small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcomphalus amole is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sarcomphalus amole is white or pale pink, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sarcomphalus amole is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a shrub or small tree growing to 4 m tall. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. They should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Sarcomphalus amole
Sarcomphalus amole can be found in the tropical rainforests of India.
Sarcomphalus amole FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcomphalus amole?
Sarcomphalus amole
What is the common name of Sarcomphalus amole?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Sarcomphalus amole?
Dry deciduous forests and scrublands
Species in the Sarcomphalus genus
Sarcomphalus domingensis, Sarcomphalus divaricatus, Sarcomphalus crenatus, Sarcomphalus reticulatus, Sarcomphalus laurinus, Sarcomphalus parvifolius, Sarcomphalus acutifolius, Sarcomphalus bidens, Sarcomphalus microdictyus, Sarcomphalus obovatus, Sarcomphalus taylori, Sarcomphalus havanensis, Sarcomphalus amole, Sarcomphalus chloroxylon, Sarcomphalus cinnamomum, Sarcomphalus cyclocardius, Sarcomphalus glaziovii, Sarcomphalus guatemalensis, Sarcomphalus joazeiro, Sarcomphalus lloydii, Sarcomphalus mexicanus, Sarcomphalus mistol, Sarcomphalus obtusifolius, Sarcomphalus pedunculatus, Sarcomphalus piurensis, Sarcomphalus platyphyllus, Sarcomphalus rhodoxylon, Sarcomphalus saeri, Sarcomphalus strychnifolius, Sarcomphalus thyrsiflorus, Sarcomphalus undulatus, Sarcomphalus yucatanensis,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,
References
Martín Sessé y Lacasta (1751-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sessé' in the authors string.
José Mariano Mociño (1757-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moc.' in the authors string.
Frank Hauenschild: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauenschild' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154234-1: Based on the initial data import