Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Species:
pulcherrima
ID:
1228834

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Gaudich.

Source:
tro

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Voy. Bonite, Bot. 3: t. 89 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228172

Common Names

  • Sarcochlamys pulcherrima
  • Pulcherrima Sarcochlamys
  • Sarcochlamys

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Description

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima (also called 'Beautiful Sarcochlamys', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with linear-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, shrublands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. Its seedlings have long, thin leaves that are green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima is a perennial herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Sarcochlamys pulcherrima

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima is native to the Yunnan province of China. It is found in the forests and hills of the region.

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcochlamys pulcherrima?

Sarcochlamys pulcherrima

What is the natural habitat of Sarcochlamys pulcherrima?

It is native to the western Himalayas, from India to Nepal.

What are the common names of Sarcochlamys pulcherrima?

It is commonly known as the Himalayan beautyberry or Himalayan beauty-berry.

Species in the Sarcochlamys genus

Species in the Urticaceae family

Archiboehmeria atrata, Astrothalamus reticulatus, Australina flaccida, Australina pusilla, Australina pusilla, Boehmeria aspera, Boehmeria balslevii, Boehmeria beyeri, Boehmeria brevirostris, Boehmeria bullata, Boehmeria burgeriana, Boehmeria caudata, Boehmeria celtidifolia, Boehmeria clidemioides, Boehmeria conica, Boehmeria cylindrica, Boehmeria densiflora, Boehmeria depauperata, Boehmeria didymogyne, Boehmeria dura, Boehmeria egregia, Boehmeria excelsa, Boehmeria grandis, Boehmeria hamiltoniana, Boehmeria helferi, Boehmeria heterophylla, Boehmeria holosericea, Boehmeria japonica, Boehmeria kiusiana, Boehmeria kurzii, Boehmeria lanceolata, Boehmeria martii, Boehmeria multiflora, Boehmeria nakashimae, Boehmeria nivea, Boehmeria ourantha, Boehmeria pavonii, Boehmeria penduliflora, Boehmeria pilosiuscula, Boehmeria platanifolia, Boehmeria polystachya, Boehmeria radiata, Boehmeria ramiflora, Boehmeria repens, Boehmeria rugosissima, Boehmeria siamensis, Boehmeria sieboldiana, Boehmeria spicigera, Boehmeria splitgerbera, Boehmeria ternifolia,

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