Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
angustifolium
ID:
308112

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cham. & Schltdl.) Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 4: 172 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307444

Common Names

  • Scleromitrion angustifolium
  • Narrow-leaved Scleromitrion
  • Angustifolium Scleromitrion

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Synonyms

  • Oldenlandia angustifolia Kuntze [illegitimate]
  • Scleromitrion approximatum Kurz [valid]
  • Scleromitrion sinense Miq. [valid]
  • Scleromitrion tetraquetrum Miq. [valid]
  • Bigelovia kleinii Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Bigelovia lasiocarpa Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Bigelovia roxburghiana Wight & Arn. [valid]
  • Hedyotis angustifolia Cham. & Schltdl. [valid]

Description

Scleromitrion angustifolium (also called Narrow-Leaf Scleromitrion, Narrow-Leaf Mitrion, and Narrow-Leaf, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is a shrub with narrow leaves, which are usually a dark green color.

Uses & Benefits

Scleromitrion angustifolium is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber. The timber is used for furniture, construction, and carving. The leaves are used for animal fodder and the fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scleromitrion angustifolium has small white flowers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scleromitrion angustifolium can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Scleromitrion angustifolium

Scleromitrion angustifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Scleromitrion angustifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scleromitrion angustifolium?

Scleromitrion angustifolium

What are the common names for Scleromitrion angustifolium?

Narrow-leaved croton

What is the growth rate of Scleromitrion angustifolium?

Slow to moderate

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

Diederich Franz Leonhard von Schlechtendal (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltdl.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:766260-1: Based on the initial data import