Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
reticulata
ID:
493720

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

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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.

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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 Sapindaceae family

References