Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
506691

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kunth) A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(2): 647 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506023

Common Names

  • Sessiliflora Siparuna
  • Siparuna Sessiliflora
  • Sessiliflora Palm

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Synonyms

  • Siparuna pittieri R.Knuth [unknown]
  • Siparuna mollis (Kunth) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna mollicoma (Mart. ex Tul.) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna radiata (Poepp. & Endl.) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Citrosma dubia Kunth [unknown]
  • Citrosma mollicoma Mart. ex Tul. [unknown]
  • Citrosma mollis Kunth [unknown]
  • Citrosma radiata Poepp. & Endl. [unknown]
  • Citrosma sessiliflora Kunth [unknown]
  • Siparuna dubia (Kunth) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna magnifica Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna pittieri Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Citrosma molle Kunth [unknown]
  • Siparuna steleandra Perkins [unknown]

Description

Siparuna sessiliflora (also called Siparuna sessiliflora, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Central and South America. It is found in humid habitats, such as rainforests and cloud forests. It is characterized by its large, leathery leaves, which can reach up to 30 cm in length, and its small, yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Siparuna sessiliflora has been used medicinally as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-fungal. It has also been used as a natural dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siparuna sessiliflora is small, white, and has six petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid nutlet. The seedling is a small, green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siparuna sessiliflora is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Siparuna sessiliflora

Siparuna sessiliflora is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, and Panama.

Siparuna sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siparuna sessiliflora?

Siparuna sessiliflora

What type of plant is Siparuna sessiliflora?

Tree

Where is Siparuna sessiliflora native to?

Central and South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2603033: Based on the initial data import
Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.