Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poepp. & Endl.) A.DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(2): 652 (1868)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497045
Common Names
- Bifid Siparuna
- Bifid Siparuna
- Bifid Siparuna
Synonyms
- Citrosma bifida Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
- Siparuna glossostyla Perkins [unknown]
Description
Siparuna bifida (also called Bifid Siparuna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree which grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and open woodlands. It has large, oval leaves and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Siparuna bifida is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Siparuna bifida is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Siparuna bifida is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can also be grown in containers.
Where to Find Siparuna bifida
Siparuna bifida can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.
Siparuna bifida FAQ
What are the common names for Siparuna bifida?
Bifid siparuna
What is the habitat of Siparuna bifida?
It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
What is the flower color of Siparuna bifida?
The flowers are yellow.
Species in the Siparuna genus
Siparuna bifida,
Siparuna aspera,
Siparuna cristata,
Siparuna cuspidata,
Siparuna decipiens,
Siparuna gesnerioides,
Siparuna guianensis,
Siparuna grandiflora,
Siparuna obstipa,
Siparuna thecaphora,
Siparuna sessiliflora,
Siparuna reginae,
Siparuna stellulata,
Siparuna ficoides,
Siparuna auriculata,
Siparuna brasiliensis,
Siparuna cervicornis,
Siparuna cuzcoana,
Siparuna echinata,
Siparuna eggersii,
Siparuna laurifolia,
Siparuna lepidota,
Siparuna macrotepala,
Siparuna muricata,
Siparuna mutisii,
Siparuna ovalis,
Siparuna pauciflora,
Siparuna petiolaris,
Siparuna poeppigii,
Siparuna subinodora,
Siparuna tomentosa,
Siparuna calignosa,
Siparuna pachyantha,
Siparuna pilosolepidota,
Siparuna schimpffii,
Siparuna croatii,
Siparuna palenquensis,
Siparuna gigantotepala,
Siparuna harlingii,
Siparuna conica,
Siparuna multiflora,
Siparuna campii,
Siparuna guajalitensis,
Siparuna cascada,
Siparuna glabrescens,
Siparuna krukovii,
Siparuna gentryana,
Siparuna lozaniana,
Siparuna calantha,
Siparuna vasqueziana,
Species in the Siparunaceae family
Glossocalyx longicuspis,
Siparuna bifida,
Siparuna aspera,
Siparuna cristata,
Siparuna cuspidata,
Siparuna decipiens,
Siparuna gesnerioides,
Siparuna guianensis,
Siparuna grandiflora,
Siparuna obstipa,
Siparuna thecaphora,
Siparuna sessiliflora,
Siparuna reginae,
Siparuna stellulata,
Siparuna ficoides,
Siparuna auriculata,
Siparuna brasiliensis,
Siparuna cervicornis,
Siparuna cuzcoana,
Siparuna echinata,
Siparuna eggersii,
Siparuna laurifolia,
Siparuna lepidota,
Siparuna macrotepala,
Siparuna muricata,
Siparuna mutisii,
Siparuna ovalis,
Siparuna pauciflora,
Siparuna petiolaris,
Siparuna poeppigii,
Siparuna subinodora,
Siparuna tomentosa,
Siparuna calignosa,
Siparuna pachyantha,
Siparuna pilosolepidota,
Siparuna schimpffii,
Siparuna croatii,
Siparuna palenquensis,
Siparuna gigantotepala,
Siparuna harlingii,
Siparuna conica,
Siparuna multiflora,
Siparuna campii,
Siparuna guajalitensis,
Siparuna cascada,
Siparuna glabrescens,
Siparuna krukovii,
Siparuna gentryana,
Siparuna lozaniana,
Siparuna calantha,