Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
carterianus
ID:
308101

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.Léonard) Kruijt & Roebers

Source:
wcs

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Biblioth. Bot. 146: 18 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000307433



Common Names

  • Sclerocroton Carterianus
  • Carter's Sclerocroton
  • Carter's Sclerocroton Tree


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Synonyms

  • Sapium carterianum J.Léonard [unknown]

Description

Sclerocroton carterianus (also called Carter's Sclerocroton, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is a shrub or small tree, typically growing up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central America and South America, where it is found in lowland and montane forests. It is a common species in the understory of tropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sclerocroton carterianus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sclerocroton carterianus has small, yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have linear to oblong leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sclerocroton carterianus can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sclerocroton carterianus

Sclerocroton carterianus can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sclerocroton carterianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sclerocroton carterianus?

Sclerocroton carterianus

What are the common names for Sclerocroton carterianus?

Carter's croton

What is the growth rate of Sclerocroton carterianus?

Slow to moderate

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-188719: Based on the initial data import
Robert C. Kruijt (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kruijt' in the authors string.
G.J. Roebers: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roebers' in the authors string.