Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
viridis
ID:
207907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wiriad. & Ridd.-Num.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia10: 198 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207236



Common Names

  • Spatholobus Viridis
  • Green Spatholobus
  • Green Climbing Plant


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Description

Spatholobus viridis (also called Green Climbing Shrub, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Spatholobus viridis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spatholobus viridis is a yellow-orange color and is about 4 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape with a length of about 1 cm. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spatholobus viridis is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the stem and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Spatholobus viridis

Spatholobus viridis can be found in the Philippines and Malaysia.

Spatholobus viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spatholobus viridis?

Spatholobus viridis

What is the common name of Spatholobus viridis?

Green Spatholobus

What is the family of Spatholobus viridis?

Fabaceae

Species in the Spatholobus genus

Spatholobus parviflorus, Spatholobus suberectus, Spatholobus harmandii, Spatholobus discolor, Spatholobus pulcher, Spatholobus varians, Spatholobus biauritus, Spatholobus gengmaensis, Spatholobus uniauritus, Spatholobus acuminatus, Spatholobus pottingeri, Spatholobus crassifolius, Spatholobus latistipulus, Spatholobus merguensis, Spatholobus purpureus, Spatholobus albus, Spatholobus apoensis, Spatholobus auricomus, Spatholobus auritus, Spatholobus bracteolatus, Spatholobus dubius, Spatholobus ferrugineus, Spatholobus gyrocarpus, Spatholobus hirsutus, Spatholobus latibractea, Spatholobus littoralis, Spatholobus macropterus, Spatholobus maingayi, Spatholobus multiflorus, Spatholobus oblongifolius, Spatholobus persicinus, Spatholobus ridleyi, Spatholobus sanguineus, Spatholobus viridis, Spatholobus sinensis, Spatholobus discolor, Spatholobus biauritus, Spatholobus gengmaensis, Spatholobus uniauritus,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Jeanette Wilma Abéle Ridder-Numan (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridd.-Num.' in the authors string.
H. Wiriadinata (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wiriad.' in the authors string.