Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1852
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 25(II): 176 (1852)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000818555
Common Names
- Siphocodon spartioides
- Spartioides Siphocodon
- Siphocodon Spartioides
Description
Siphocodon spartioides (also called Spartioides Siphocodon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Cuba. It has an upright habit and grows up to 2 m tall. Its leaves are ovate to lanceolate and its flowers are white and fragrant. It is found in open woodlands and scrubland in its native region.
Uses & Benefits
Siphocodon spartioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Siphocodon spartioides are white and tubular, with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Siphocodon spartioides is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be cultivated in a wide range of soils, but prefers a slightly acidic soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Siphocodon spartioides
Siphocodon spartioides is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in rocky areas and dry meadows.
Siphocodon spartioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Siphocodon spartioides?
Siphocodon spartioides
What is the common name of Siphocodon spartioides?
Spartioides
What is the natural habitat of Siphocodon spartioides?
Tropical rainforests
Species in the Siphocodon genus
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