Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Cucurbitales
Genus:
Species:
pentaphylla
ID:
1301591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Harms

Source:
tro

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 9: 989 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001300929



Common Names

  • Siolmatra pentaphylla
  • Siolmatra
  • Five-Leaved Siolmatra


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Description

Siolmatra pentaphylla (also called 'Five-leaved Siolmatra', among many other common names) is an annual grass native to Central America. It has a thin stem and a tuft of narrow leaves at the base. It grows in open areas, such as fields, roadsides, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Siolmatra pentaphylla is used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine. It has anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siolmatra pentaphylla is white with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siolmatra pentaphylla is a tropical vine that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Siolmatra pentaphylla

Siolmatra pentaphylla can be found in Central America, including Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua.

Siolmatra pentaphylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siolmatra pentaphylla?

Siolmatra pentaphylla

What is the common name of Siolmatra pentaphylla?

Five-leaved Siolmatra

What is the family of Siolmatra pentaphylla?

Cucurbitaceae

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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