Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
mistol
ID:
1332755

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

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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.

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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

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.
Frank Hauenschild: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hauenschild' in the authors string.