Microcodon sparsiflorus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sparsiflorus
ID:
817248
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.DC.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Monogr. Campan. : 128 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000816582
Common Names
- Microcodon sparsiflorus
- Sparse-flowered Microcodon
- Sparsiflorus Microcodon
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Microcodon sparsiflorus (also called Sparse-flowered Microcodon, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Marantaceae. It is a herbaceous perennial with a creeping rhizome and a short stem. It is native to tropical Africa, where it is found in moist forests and savannas. It is also found in tropical Asia, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Microcodon sparsiflorus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Microcodon sparsiflorus is small, white and tubular with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small and green with two small leaves.
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Microcodon sparsiflorus is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 1 meter. It prefers partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in a potting mix of equal parts peat moss and perlite. The seeds should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated.
Where to Find Microcodon sparsiflorus
Microcodon sparsiflorus is native to Central and South America and is found in lowland rainforests.
Microcodon sparsiflorus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Microcodon sparsiflorus?
Microcodon sparsiflorus
What is the common name of Microcodon sparsiflorus?
Sparse-flowered Microcodon
Where is Microcodon sparsiflorus native to?
West Africa
Species in the Microcodon genus
Species in the Campanulaceae family
Adenophora amurica, Adenophora brevidiscifera, Adenophora capillaris, Adenophora changaica, Adenophora coelestis, Adenophora contracta, Adenophora cordifolia, Adenophora divaricata, Adenophora elata, Adenophora fusifolia, Adenophora gmelinii, Adenophora golubinzevaeana, Adenophora grandiflora, Adenophora hatsushimae, Adenophora himalayana, Adenophora hubeiensis, Adenophora izuensis, Adenophora jacutica, Adenophora jasionifolia, Adenophora khasiana, Adenophora lamarkii, Adenophora liliifolia, Adenophora liliifolioides, Adenophora lobophylla, Adenophora longipedicellata, Adenophora maximowicziana, Adenophora micrantha, Adenophora morrisonensis, Adenophora nikoensis, Adenophora ningxianica, Adenophora palustris, Adenophora pereskiifolia, Adenophora petiolata, Adenophora pinifolia, Adenophora polyantha, Adenophora potaninii, Adenophora probatovae, Adenophora remotidens, Adenophora remotiflora, Adenophora rupestris, Adenophora rupincola, Adenophora sinensis, Adenophora stenanthina, Adenophora stenophylla, Adenophora stricta, Adenophora sublata, Adenophora takedai, Adenophora tashiroi, Adenophora taurica, Adenophora trachelioides,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-354458: Based on the initial data import
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.