Scaphopetalum mannii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mannii
ID:
492596
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mast.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1867
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 10: 29 (1867)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491928
Common Names
- Mannii Scaphopetalum
- Mannii
- Scaphopetalum Mannii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scaphopetalum mannii (also called Mann's Scaphopetalum, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Scaphopetalaceae family. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in lowland forests. It is found in a variety of habitats, including primary and secondary forests, as well as disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Scaphopetalum mannii is used for timber, fuel, and as a source of food for humans and animals. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Scaphopetalum mannii are white, star-shaped and have five petals. The seeds are small, ovoid and black in colour. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scaphopetalum mannii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in early spring in a well-drained, light soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plants should be divided into smaller clumps and replanted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Scaphopetalum mannii
Scaphopetalum mannii is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Scaphopetalum mannii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scaphopetalum mannii?
Scaphopetalum mannii
What is the family of Scaphopetalum mannii?
Marantaceae
What is the common name of Scaphopetalum mannii?
Mann's Scaphopetalum
Species in the Scaphopetalum genus
Scaphopetalum pallidinerve, Scaphopetalum paxii, Scaphopetalum riparium, Scaphopetalum stipulosum, Scaphopetalum thonneri, Scaphopetalum zenkeri, Scaphopetalum mannii, Scaphopetalum ngouniense, Scaphopetalum acuminatum, Scaphopetalum amoenum, Scaphopetalum blackii, Scaphopetalum dewevrei, Scaphopetalum longepedunculatum, Scaphopetalum obiangianum, Scaphopetalum brunneo-purpureum, Scaphopetalum talbotii, Scaphopetalum parvifolium, Scaphopetalum macranthum, Scaphopetalum vanderystii, Scaphopetalum discolor,
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
Maxwell Tylden Masters (1833-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mast.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:825039-1: Based on the initial data import