Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
sarmentosum
ID:
1332834

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Delprete & J.H.Kirkbr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 9: 105 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345288

Common Names

  • Sarmentosum Hexasepalum
  • Hexasepalum Sarmentosum
  • Hexasepalum

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Description

Hexasepalum sarmentosum (also called 'Sarmentose Hexasepalum', among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, in moist and dry deciduous forests, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hexasepalum sarmentosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hexasepalum sarmentosum has small, white flowers with yellow centres. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hexasepalum sarmentosum is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the ground.

Where to Find Hexasepalum sarmentosum

Hexasepalum sarmentosum is found in the Amazon Rainforest of South America.

Hexasepalum sarmentosum FAQ

What are the common names of Hexasepalum sarmentosum?

Sarmentose Hexasepalum

What is the scientific name of Hexasepalum sarmentosum?

Hexasepalum sarmentosum

What is the natural habitat of Hexasepalum sarmentosum?

It is found in moist, shady areas, usually in shallow water or on wet rocks

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Joseph Harold Kirkbride (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.H.Kirkbr.' in the authors string.
Piero G. Delprete (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Delprete' in the authors string.