Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
rotundifolium
ID:
307475

Status:
valid

Authors:
Homolle ex Arènes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 16: 12 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000306807

Common Names

  • Schizenterospermum Rotundifolium
  • Rotundifolium Schizenterospermum
  • Schizenterospermum

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Synonyms

  • Schizenterospermum rotundifolium glaberrimum Arènes [valid]
  • Schizenterospermum rotundifolium rotundifolium [unknown]

Description

Schizenterospermum rotundifolium (also called 'Round-leaved Schizenterospermum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Arecaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests, along streams, and in swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Schizenterospermum rotundifolium has been used as a traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It has also been used as a food source, as a dye, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Schizenterospermum rotundifolium is a small, white flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Schizenterospermum rotundifolium: Schizenterospermum rotundifolium is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It is an evergreen perennial that grows in clumps and can reach heights of up to 3 feet. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the root ball in the spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Schizenterospermum rotundifolium

Schizenterospermum rotundifolium is native to the Philippines.

Schizenterospermum rotundifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Schizenterospermum rotundifolium?

Schizenterospermum rotundifolium

What is the common name of Schizenterospermum rotundifolium?

No common name

What is the natural habitat of Schizenterospermum rotundifolium?

It is found in lowland rainforest in Peninsular Malaysia

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-188086: Based on the initial data import
Jean Arènes (1898-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arènes' in the authors string.
Anne-Marie Homolle (1905-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Homolle' in the authors string.