Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Species:
microcarpus
ID:
435873

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Donn.Sm.) R.E.Fr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Svenska Vetensk. Acad. Handl. , n.f., 34(5): 12 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435205



Common Names

  • Sapranthus Microcarpus
  • Microcarpus Palm
  • Microcarpus Palm Tree


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Description

Sapranthus microcarpus (also called Microcarpus Sapranthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and pastures.

Uses & Benefits

Sapranthus microcarpus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sapranthus microcarpus has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sapranthus microcarpus is a tropical, evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate light frost. Propagation is usually done by cuttings, as seeds are not widely available.

Where to Find Sapranthus microcarpus

Sapranthus microcarpus is native to Thailand, where it is found in the provinces of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.

Sapranthus microcarpus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sapranthus microcarpus?

Sapranthus microcarpus

What type of plant is Sapranthus microcarpus?

It is a type of shrub

Where does Sapranthus microcarpus grow?

It is native to Southeast Asia

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

Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:227634-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.