Sarcomphalus divaricatus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
divaricatus
ID:
504744
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 31 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000504076
Common Names
- Divaricatus Sarcomphalus
- Sarcomphalus Divaricatus
- Sarcomphalus Divaricatus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Ziziphus grisebachiana M.C.Johnst. [unknown]
Description
Sarcomphalus divaricatus (also called 'Divaricate Sarcomphalus', among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Dominican Republic. It grows in sandy soils in open woodland and heathland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcomphalus divaricatus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as to treat fever, headaches, and stomach pains.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sarcomphalus divaricatus are white, and the seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Sarcomphalus divaricatus is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to keep it in shape and to encourage flowering.
Where to Find Sarcomphalus divaricatus
Sarcomphalus divaricatus is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape Province.
Sarcomphalus divaricatus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcomphalus divaricatus?
Sarcomphalus divaricatus
What is the common name of Sarcomphalus divaricatus?
Divaricate Sarcomphalus
Where is Sarcomphalus divaricatus found?
It is found in the Caribbean
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
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:227787-2: Based on the initial data import