Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
hirsutus
ID:
1248532

Status:
valid

Authors:
van Rooden ex G.E.Schatz

Source:
tro

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Blumea 63: 58 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001247870

Common Names

  • Sapranthus Hirsutus
  • Sapranthus
  • Sapranthus Hirsutus

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Description

Sapranthus hirsutus (also called Hairy sapranthus, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Sapranthaceae family. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets, and along streams. It has oblong-ovate leaves which are covered in short, white hairs.

Uses & Benefits

Sapranthus hirsutus is used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sapranthus hirsutus has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sapranthus hirsutus is a slow-growing evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers partial shade and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Sapranthus hirsutus

Sapranthus hirsutus is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Sapranthus hirsutus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sapranthus hirsutus?

Sapranthus hirsutus

What is the common name of Sapranthus hirsutus?

Hairy Sapranthus

What is the natural habitat of Sapranthus hirsutus?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

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

George Edward Schatz (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.E.Schatz' in the authors string.
J. van Rooden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'van Rooden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77192539-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.