Scleromitrion kerrii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kerrii
ID:
1548620
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Craib) Wangwasit & Chantar.
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2021
Citation Micro:
Thai Forest Bull., Bot. 49(1): 129. 2021
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028938
Common Names
- Scleromitrion kerrii
- Kerrii Scleromitrion
- Kerrii's Scleromitrion
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scleromitrion kerrii (also called Kerri's Scleromitrion, among many other common names) is a small, tufted grass with erect stems and jointed inflorescences. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands, and is found in moist and shady areas, such as forests, thickets, and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Scleromitrion kerrii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scleromitrion kerrii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Scleromitrion kerrii can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in partial shade and kept moist.
Where to Find Scleromitrion kerrii
Scleromitrion kerrii can be found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.
Scleromitrion kerrii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scleromitrion kerrii?
Scleromitrion kerrii
What are the common names of Scleromitrion kerrii?
Kerry's Scleromitrion
Where is Scleromitrion kerrii found?
It is found in Africa, Madagascar, and the Arabian Peninsula
Species in the Scleromitrion genus
Scleromitrion angustifolium, Scleromitrion capitatum, Scleromitrion pauciflorum, Scleromitrion tenelliflorum, Scleromitrion diffusum, Scleromitrion koanum, Scleromitrion pinifolium, Scleromitrion verticillatum, Scleromitrion gracilipes, Scleromitrion linoides, Scleromitrion sirayanum, Scleromitrion delicatum, Scleromitrion laceyi, Scleromitrion largiflorens, Scleromitrion leptocaule, Scleromitrion subulatum, Scleromitrion intonsum, Scleromitrion tenuifolium, Scleromitrion thysanotum, Scleromitrion gibsonii, Scleromitrion scleranthoides, Scleromitrion brachypodum, Scleromitrion polycladum, Scleromitrion kerrii, Scleromitrion galioides,
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,