Status:
valid
Authors:
A.H.Gentry
Source:
iplants
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 25(2): 115 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779607
Common Names
- Sparattosperma catingae
- Catinga Sparattosperma
- Catinga-leaved Sparattosperma
Description
Sparattosperma catingae (also called Catinga Sparattosperma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Bignoniaceae family. It is native to South America, from Venezuela east to Brazil. It grows in tropical rainforest habitats, often in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Sparattosperma catingae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sparattosperma catingae is white, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sparattosperma catingae is a small, evergreen tree that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer or early fall and rooted in a moist, well-drained medium.
Where to Find Sparattosperma catingae
Sparattosperma catingae is native to Brazil and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Sparattosperma catingae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sparattosperma catingae?
Sparattosperma catingae
What is the family of Sparattosperma catingae?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Sparattosperma catingae?
Catinga
Species in the Sparattosperma genus
Species in the Bignoniaceae family
Adenocalymma neoflavidum,
Adenocalymma pseudopatulum,
Adenocalymma acutissimum,
Adenocalymma apparicianum,
Adenocalymma apurense,
Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum,
Adenocalymma bracteatum,
Adenocalymma bracteolatum,
Adenocalymma bullatum,
Adenocalymma calderonii,
Adenocalymma chocoense,
Adenocalymma coriaceum,
Adenocalymma cymbalum,
Adenocalymma dichilum,
Adenocalymma divaricatum,
Adenocalymma dugandii,
Adenocalymma dusenii,
Adenocalymma flavum,
Adenocalymma fruticosum,
Adenocalymma gracielzae,
Adenocalymma hatschbachii,
Adenocalymma heterophyllum,
Adenocalymma hirtum,
Adenocalymma hypostictum,
Adenocalymma impressum,
Adenocalymma inundatum,
Adenocalymma macrophyllum,
Adenocalymma magdalenense,
Adenocalymma magnificum,
Adenocalymma marginatum,
Adenocalymma nervosum,
Adenocalymma paulistarum,
Adenocalymma prancei,
Adenocalymma salmoneum,
Adenocalymma saulense,
Adenocalymma scabriusculum,
Adenocalymma scansile,
Adenocalymma sousae,
Adenocalymma subincanum,
Adenocalymma subsessilifolium,
Adenocalymma subspicatum,
Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx,
Adenocalymma ternatum,
Adenocalymma trifoliatum,
Adenocalymma ubatubense,
Adenocalymma uleanum,
Adenocalymma cladotrichum,
Adenocalymma reticulatum,
Adenocalymma velutinum,
Adenocalymma adenophorum,
References
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:306803-2: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].