Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
stipitata
ID:
493716

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Sitzungsber. Math.-Phys. Cl. Königl. Bayer. Akad. Wiss. München 9: 659 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493048

Common Names

  • Sarcopteryx stipitata
  • Stalked Sarcopteryx
  • Stalked Snakeweed

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Description

Sarcopteryx stipitata (also called 'Stipitate 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 stipitata 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 stipitata 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 stipitata 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 stipitata

Sarcopteryx stipitata is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Sarcopteryx stipitata FAQ

What is the common name of Sarcopteryx stipitata?

Stalked Sarcopteryx

What is the natural habitat of Sarcopteryx stipitata?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What is the distribution range of Sarcopteryx stipitata?

South America

Species in the Sapindaceae family