Status:
valid
Authors:
M.Gangop.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
J. Econ. Taxon. Bot. 15: 79 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329401
Common Names
- Saprosma beddomei
- Beddomei Saprosma
- Beddome Saprosma
Description
Saprosma beddomei (also called Beddome's Saprosma, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It has elliptic-shaped leaves, and its flowers are white with five petals.
Uses & Benefits
Saprosma beddomei is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saprosma beddomei has yellow-green flowers with a diameter of 2 cm. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saprosma beddomei is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a location with partial shade. Propagation is usually done through division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. It is important to keep the soil evenly moist and to fertilize the plant regularly.
Where to Find Saprosma beddomei
Saprosma beddomei is native to India. It can be found in moist forests and along riverbanks.
Saprosma beddomei FAQ
What is the scientific name of this plant?
Saprosma beddomei
What type of plant is this?
Tropical herb
Where does this plant grow?
Tropical regions of India and Sri Lanka
Species in the Saprosma genus
Saprosma anisophylla,
Saprosma annamensis,
Saprosma arborea,
Saprosma axilliflora,
Saprosma borneensis,
Saprosma brassii,
Saprosma brunnea,
Saprosma chevalieri,
Saprosma cochinchinensis,
Saprosma consimile,
Saprosma corymbosa,
Saprosma crassipes,
Saprosma dispar,
Saprosma distans,
Saprosma foetens,
Saprosma fragrans,
Saprosma fruticosa,
Saprosma glomeratum,
Saprosma glomerulata,
Saprosma gracilis,
Saprosma hainanensis,
Saprosma henryi,
Saprosma hirsuta,
Saprosma inaequilonga,
Saprosma kraussii,
Saprosma latifolia,
Saprosma longicalyx,
Saprosma longifolia,
Saprosma membranacea,
Saprosma parvifolia,
Saprosma philippinense,
Saprosma pubescens,
Saprosma saxicola,
Saprosma scabridum,
Saprosma scortechinii,
Saprosma sogerensis,
Saprosma spathulata,
Saprosma subrepanda,
Saprosma syzygiifolia,
Saprosma ternatum,
Saprosma urophylla,
Saprosma verrucosa,
Saprosma elegans,
Saprosma ternata,
Saprosma philippinensis,
Saprosma beddomei,
Saprosma consimilis,
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,