Scleromitrion sirayanum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
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Species:
sirayanum
ID:
1581702
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.C.Hsu & Z.H.Chen
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WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000042677
Common Names
- Scleromitrion Sirayanum
- Sirayanum Scleromitrion
- Scleromitrion of Sirayanum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scleromitrion sirayanum (also called Sirayan Scleromitrion, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South America. It has small, white flowers and its leaves are lanceolate in shape. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as forests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Scleromitrion sirayanum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scleromitrion sirayanum has small, white flowers with five petals, and each flower is about 1 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scleromitrion sirayanum is a tropical shrub native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Scleromitrion sirayanum
Scleromitrion sirayanum is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Scleromitrion sirayanum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scleromitrion sirayanum?
Scleromitrion sirayanum
What are the common names of Scleromitrion sirayanum?
Common names include Sirayan scleromitrion, Sirayan scleromitrion tree, and Sirayan scleromitrion bush.
What is the natural habitat of Scleromitrion sirayanum?
Scleromitrion sirayanum is found in tropical dry and moist forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
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,