Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
philippinense
ID:
303780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
wcs

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 3: 1035 1911

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303112

Common Names

  • Philippinense Saprosma
  • Saprosma Philippinense
  • Philippine Saprosma

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Description

Saprosma philippinense (also called 'Philippine saprosma', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 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 ovate to oblong in shape, and its flowers are small and pink in color.

Uses & Benefits

Saprosma philippinense 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 philippinense 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 philippinense 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 philippinense

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

Saprosma philippinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saprosma philippinense?

Saprosma philippinense

What is the common name of Saprosma philippinense?

Philippinense Saprosma

What is the native habitat of Saprosma philippinense?

It is native to the Philippines

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-184624: Based on the initial data import
Adolph Daniel Edward Elmer (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Elmer' in the authors string.