Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
membranacea
ID:
303773

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 15: 294 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303105

Common Names

  • Membranacea Saprosma
  • Saprosma Membranacea
  • Membranous Saprosma

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Description

Saprosma membranacea (also called 'membranous saprosma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters in height. It is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in lowland rainforests and open woodlands. Its leaves are lanceolate to elliptic in shape, and its flowers are small and white in color.

Uses & Benefits

Saprosma membranacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saprosma membranacea has small yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saprosma membranacea is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost.

Where to Find Saprosma membranacea

Saprosma membranacea can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Saprosma membranacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saprosma membranacea?

Saprosma membranacea

What is the family of Saprosma membranacea?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Saprosma membranacea?

Membranous Saprosma

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,

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