Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
brasiliensis
ID:
442339

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 1: 458 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000441671



Common Names

  • Siolmatra brasiliensis
  • Brazilian Siolmatra
  • Brazilian Water Starwort


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Synonyms

  • Alsomitra brasiliensis Cogn. [unknown]
  • Alsomitra brasiliensis pubescens Griseb. [unknown]
  • Fevillea triphylla Griseb. [unknown]
  • Siolmatra brasiliensis pubescens Griseb. [unknown]
  • Siolmatra paraguayensis Cogn. [unknown]

Description

Siolmatra brasiliensis (also called Brazilian Siolmatra, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree that is native to Brazil. It has leathery, glossy leaves that are oblong to elliptic in shape and are about 2-4 cm long. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, and prefers moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Siolmatra brasiliensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Siolmatra brasiliensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siolmatra brasiliensis is a perennial climber that is native to tropical America. It is usually propagated from seed, but can also be propagated from cuttings. The seeds should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Siolmatra brasiliensis

Siolmatra brasiliensis is native to South America and can be found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and ponds.

Siolmatra brasiliensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siolmatra brasiliensis?

Siolmatra brasiliensis

What is the common name of Siolmatra brasiliensis?

Brazilian Siolmatra

What is the natural habitat of Siolmatra brasiliensis?

Siolmatra brasiliensis is native to Brazil

Species in the Siolmatra genus

Species in the Cucurbitaceae family

Abobra tenuifolia, Acanthosicyos horridus, Actinostemma lobatum, Actinostemma parvifolium, Actinostemma tenerum, Alsomitra macrocarpa, Ampelosicyos humblotii, Ampelosicyos major, Ampelosicyos meridionalis, Ampelosicyos scandens, Ampelosicyos bosseri, Ampelosicyos leandrii, Ampelosycios meridionalis, Ampelosycios scandens, Apodanthera anatuyana, Apodanthera argentea, Apodanthera aspera, Apodanthera biflora, Apodanthera bradei, Apodanthera cinerea, Apodanthera eriocalyx, Apodanthera fasciculata, Apodanthera ferreyrana, Apodanthera glaziovii, Apodanthera hindii, Apodanthera hirtella, Apodanthera laciniosa, Apodanthera linearis, Apodanthera mandonii, Apodanthera mathewsii, Apodanthera palmeri, Apodanthera sagittifolia, Apodanthera smilacifolia, Apodanthera succulenta, Apodanthera tumbeziana, Apodanthera ulei, Apodanthera undulata, Apodanthera villosa, Apodanthera weberbaueri, Apodanthera longipedicellata, Austrobryonia argillicola, Austrobryonia centralis, Austrobryonia micrantha, Austrobryonia pilbarensis, Baijiania borneensis, Baijiania taiwaniana, Baijiania decipiens, Baijiania smitinandii, Bambekea racemosa, Bayabusua clarkei,

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