Status:
valid
Authors:
Mildbr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 51: 356 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437926
Common Names
- Many-Fruited Strephonema
- Many-Fruited Strephonema Moss
- Many-Fruited Strephonemoid Moss
Description
Strephonema polybotryum (also called Many-Fruited Strephonema, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has an upright, spreading habit with leathery, dark green leaves. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Strephonema polybotryum is used for its timber, firewood, and as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Strephonema polybotryum are small, yellow-green in color and arranged in a spike. The seeds are small, dark brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single pair of true leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strephonema polybotryum is a tropical plant that grows in moist, humid climates. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts.
Where to Find Strephonema polybotryum
Strephonema polybotryum is native to India and can be found in moist forests.
Strephonema polybotryum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strephonema polybotryum?
Strephonema polybotryum
What is the common name of Strephonema polybotryum?
Many-flowered Strephonema
What is the natural habitat of Strephonema polybotryum?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
Species in the Strephonema genus
Species in the Combretaceae family
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Combretum paraguariense,
Combretum aculeatum,
Combretum acuminatum,
Combretum acutifolium,
Combretum acutum,
Combretum adenogonium,
Combretum adrianii,
Combretum afzelii,
Combretum albiflorum,
Combretum albopunctatum,
Combretum alfredi,
Combretum andongense,
Combretum andradae,
Combretum angolense,
Combretum angustipetalum,
Combretum apetalum,
Combretum aphanopetalum,
Combretum apiculatum,
Combretum argenteum,
Combretum argyrotrichum,
Combretum assimile,
Combretum atropurpureum,
Combretum aureonitens,
Combretum auriculatum,
Combretum barbatum,
Combretum batesii,
Combretum bauchiense,
Combretum baumii,
Combretum bipindense,
Combretum blepharopetala,
Combretum boinensis,
Combretum bracteatum,
Combretum bracteosum,
Combretum brassiciforme,
Combretum brevistylum,
Combretum brunneum,
Combretum butyrosum,
Combretum cacoucia,
Combretum caffrum,
Combretum camporum,
Combretum capitatum,
Combretum capituliflorum,
Combretum capuronii,
Combretum carringtonianum,
Combretum caudatisepalum,
Combretum celastroides,
Combretum chinense,
Combretum chionanthoides,
Combretum cinereopetalum,