Status:
valid
Authors:
(Griseb.) Hauenschild
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Taxon 65: 56 (2016)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345209
Common Names
- Sarcomphalus Mistol
- Mistol Sarcomphalus
- Sarcomphalus Plant
Description
Sarcomphalus mistol (also called Mistol 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 mistol 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 mistol 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcomphalus mistol is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Argentina and Uruguay. 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 mistol
Sarcomphalus mistol is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, sunny climates.
Sarcomphalus mistol FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcomphalus mistol?
Sarcomphalus mistol
What is the common name of Sarcomphalus mistol?
No common name
What is the natural habitat of Sarcomphalus mistol?
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
Frank Hauenschild: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauenschild' in the authors string.