Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sichaikhanii
ID:
1547741

Status:
valid

Authors:
Damth., Aongyong & Chaowasku

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ecol. Evol. 154: 308 (2021)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000028226





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Description

Orophea sichaikhanii (also called Sichaikhani's Orophea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to the Western Ghats in India, occurring in the states of Karnataka and Kerala. It is found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests.

Uses & Benefits

Orophea sichaikhanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Orophea sichaikhanii has small yellow flowers with a sweet fragrance. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Orophea sichaikhanii is an evergreen shrub that is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sunny spot in the garden. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Orophea sichaikhanii

Orophea sichaikhanii can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Orophea sichaikhanii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Orophea sichaikhanii?

Orophea sichaikhanii

What is the common name of Orophea sichaikhanii?

Sichaikhanii

What is the natural habitat of Orophea sichaikhanii?

Tropical moist forests

Species in the Orophea genus

Orophea merrillii, Orophea malayana, Orophea leuseri, Orophea kostermansiana, Orophea polycarpa, Orophea parvifolia, Orophea myriantha, Orophea rubra, Orophea harmandiana, Orophea fusca, Orophea trigyna, Orophea tonkinensis, Orophea sarawakensis, Orophea sivarajanii, Orophea flagellaris, Orophea dolichocarpa, Orophea dodecandra, Orophea creaghii, Orophea acuminata, Orophea corymbosa, Orophea clemensiana, Orophea alba, Orophea narasimhanii, Orophea hexandra, Orophea hainanensis, Orophea enneandra, Orophea chrysantha, Orophea chlorantha, Orophea maculata, Orophea katschallica, Orophea desmos, Orophea cuneiformis, Orophea brandisii, Orophea enterocarpa, Orophea leytensis, Orophea wenzelii, Orophea erythrocarpa, Orophea celebica, Orophea sericea, Orophea cumingiana, Orophea megalophylla, Orophea kerrii, Orophea hirsuta, Orophea multiflora, Orophea zeylanica, Orophea thorelii, Orophea uniflora, Orophea thomsonii, Orophea glabra, Orophea hastata,

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77220037-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.