Status:
valid
Authors:
S.T.Reynolds
Source:
ksu
Year:
1984
Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 2: 54 (1984)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493052
Common Names
- Sarcopteryx reticulata
- Netted Sarcopteryx
- Netted Snakeweed
Description
Sarcopteryx reticulata (also called 'Reticulate Sarcopteryx', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Andes Mountains in South America. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas, such as meadows, and can reach heights of up to 1.5 meters.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcopteryx reticulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarcopteryx reticulata has small white flowers, with a single seed per fruit. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcopteryx reticulata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed, cuttings, or layering.
Where to Find Sarcopteryx reticulata
Sarcopteryx reticulata is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Sarcopteryx reticulata FAQ
What is the common name of Sarcopteryx reticulata?
Netted Sarcopteryx
What is the natural habitat of Sarcopteryx reticulata?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What is the distribution range of Sarcopteryx reticulata?
South America
Species in the Sarcopteryx genus
Sarcopteryx montana,
Sarcopteryx stipitata,
Sarcopteryx reticulata,
Sarcopteryx rigida,
Sarcopteryx coriacea,
Sarcopteryx caudata,
Sarcopteryx crispata,
Sarcopteryx brachyphylla,
Sarcopteryx acuminata,
Sarcopteryx rubiginosa,
Sarcopteryx squamosa,
Sarcopteryx stipata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family