Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sharmae
ID:
1326233

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adsul, Lekhak & S.R.Yadav

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 69(2)-9503: 1 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338687



Common Names

  • Sharma's Chlorophytum
  • Chlorophytum sharmae
  • Sharma's Spider Plant


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Description

Chlorophytum sharmae (also called Sharmae's Chlorophytum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 meters tall. Its leaves are ovate and its flowers are white or pink. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Chlorophytum sharmae is a popular ornamental plant and is often used as a decorative element in gardens. It is also used to purify the air and reduce the amount of toxins in the environment.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Chlorophytum sharmae is yellow with a white lip. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Chlorophytum sharmae is a tropical plant native to India. It prefers bright, indirect light and warm temperatures. Propagation is done through division of the rhizome. The plant should be divided in the spring and replanted in a well-draining potting medium.

Where to Find Chlorophytum sharmae

Chlorophytum sharmae is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Chlorophytum sharmae FAQ

What is the common name of Chlorophytum sharmae?

Sharma's Chlorophytum

Where is Chlorophytum sharmae native to?

India

What type of soil does Chlorophytum sharmae prefer?

Well-drained soil

Species in the Chlorophytum genus

Chlorophytum angustissimum, Chlorophytum hirsutum, Chlorophytum occultum, Chlorophytum acutum, Chlorophytum affine, Chlorophytum africanum, Chlorophytum alismifolium, Chlorophytum alpinum, Chlorophytum altum, Chlorophytum anceps, Chlorophytum andongense, Chlorophytum angulicaule, Chlorophytum angustiracemosum, Chlorophytum ankarense, Chlorophytum appendiculatum, Chlorophytum applanatum, Chlorophytum arcuatoramosum, Chlorophytum aridum, Chlorophytum arundinaceum, Chlorophytum basitrichum, Chlorophytum baturense, Chlorophytum benuense, Chlorophytum bharuchae, Chlorophytum bifolium, Chlorophytum blepharophyllum, Chlorophytum borivilianum, Chlorophytum bowkeri, Chlorophytum brachystachyum, Chlorophytum bracteatum, Chlorophytum brevipedunculatum, Chlorophytum breviscapum, Chlorophytum calyptrocarpum, Chlorophytum cameronii, Chlorophytum camporum, Chlorophytum capense, Chlorophytum caudatibracteatum, Chlorophytum caulescens, Chlorophytum chariense, Chlorophytum chevalieri, Chlorophytum chinense, Chlorophytum chloranthum, Chlorophytum collinum, Chlorophytum colubrinum, Chlorophytum comosum, Chlorophytum cooperi, Chlorophytum cordifolium, Chlorophytum crassinerve, Chlorophytum crispum, Chlorophytum cyperaceum, Chlorophytum dalzielii,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Shrirang Ramchandra Yadav (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.R.Yadav' in the authors string.
Manoj Madhwanand Lekhak (b.1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lekhak' in the authors string.
Avinash Asraji Adsul (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Adsul' in the authors string.