Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affine
ID:
492699

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mast.) Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1889

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 193-195 (1889)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492031



Common Names

  • Scaphium affine
  • Related Scaphium
  • Similar Scaphium


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Synonyms

  • Sterculia beccariana Pierre [unknown]
  • Sterculia affinis Mast. [unknown]
  • Sterculia lychnophora Hance [unknown]
  • Scaphium beccarianum Pierre [unknown]
  • Scaphium lychnophorum (Hance) Pierre [unknown]
  • Clompanus affinis (Mast.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Firmiana affinis (Mast.) A.Terracc. [unknown]
  • Firmiana lychnophora (Hance) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Scaphium affine (also called Common Scaphium, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has a woody stem and pinnate leaves. The leaves are up to 20 cm long and have 3-5 leaflets. The flowers are yellow and are borne in clusters. It is found in a variety of habitats, from rainforests to open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Scaphium affine is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to stabilize soils, reduce erosion, and provide shade.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Scaphium affine is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scaphium affine can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. They should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Scaphium affine

Scaphium affine is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in the countries of Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Scaphium affine FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Scaphium affine?

Scaphium affine is native to Southeast Asia.

What is the size of Scaphium affine?

Scaphium affine typically grows to a height of 5 to 10 meters.

What is the scientific name of Scaphium affine?

The scientific name of Scaphium affine is Scaphium affine.

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2580291: Based on the initial data import
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
Jean Baptiste Louis Pierre (1833-1905): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierre' in the authors string.