Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
bifidum
ID:
1324686

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Liede & Meve) Liede & Meve

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 99: 68 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337140



Common Names

  • Scyphostelma bifidum
  • Bifid Scyphostelma
  • Bifid Starfruit


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Description

Scyphostelma bifidum (also called Bifid Scyphostelma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is an evergreen shrub with a woody stem and small, white flowers. It is native to South America, where it grows in tropical and subtropical forests and other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Scyphostelma bifidum is used as an ornamental plant, as a food source for livestock, and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scyphostelma bifidum is white and has five petals. The seed is an oblong shape and is black in color. The seedlings are slender and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scyphostelma bifidum is a perennial, evergreen, herbaceous plant that is native to tropical Africa. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and the cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Scyphostelma bifidum

Scyphostelma bifidum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is commonly found in wet, marshy areas and along riverbanks.

Scyphostelma bifidum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scyphostelma bifidum?

Scyphostelma bifidum

What is the common name of Scyphostelma bifidum?

Bifid Scyphostelma

What is the natural habitat of Scyphostelma bifidum?

Tropical rainforests

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Ulrich Meve (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meve' in the authors string.