Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Species:
guianense
ID:
1278198

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sandwith

Source:
tro

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 3: 304 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277536



Common Names

  • Scleronema guianense
  • Guianan Scleronema
  • Guianan Tree


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Description

Scleronema guianense (also called Guianan Scleronema, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate to ovate. It grows in wet forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Scleronema guianense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Scleronema guianense are small, white, and arranged in spikes. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scleronema guianense is a perennial herb native to tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Scleronema guianense

Scleronema guianense is native to South America and can be found in wet montane forests.

Scleronema guianense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scleronema guianense?

Scleronema guianense

What is the common name of Scleronema guianense?

Guianan Scleronema

What is the natural habitat of Scleronema guianense?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

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,

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