Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monosperma
ID:
1282487

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
tro

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Jard. Malmaison : t. 91 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281825



Common Names

  • Monosperma Sterculia
  • Monosperma Sterculia Tree
  • Monosperma


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Description

Sterculia monosperma (also called Single-seeded Sterculia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It has a greyish-brown bark and a rounded crown. It is native to China, India, and Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia monosperma is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sterculia monosperma var. subspontanea (H.H.Hsue & S.J.Xu) Y.Tang, M.G.Gilbert & Dorr

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sterculia monosperma has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia monosperma is a tropical shrub native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Sterculia monosperma

Sterculia monosperma is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Sterculia monosperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia monosperma?

Sterculia monosperma

What is the family of Sterculia monosperma?

Sterculiaceae

Where is Sterculia monosperma found?

Sterculia monosperma is found in Central and South America.

Species in the Sterculia genus

Sterculia edelfeltii, Sterculia ellipticifolia, Sterculia elmeri, Sterculia fanaiho, Sterculia foetida, Sterculia forsteri, Sterculia chlamydothyrsa, Sterculia carrii, Sterculia chrysodasys, Sterculia cinerea, Sterculia hewittii, Sterculia harmandii, Sterculia hypochroa, Sterculia hyposticta, Sterculia insularis, Sterculia gilva, Sterculia gracilipes, Sterculia guttata, Sterculia aberrans, Sterculia backeri, Sterculia balanghas, Sterculia banksiana, Sterculia blumei, Sterculia bracteata, Sterculia campaniflora, Sterculia acuminatissima, Sterculia africana, Sterculia apetala, Sterculia arabica, Sterculia ampla, Sterculia pojoira, Sterculia peekelii, Sterculia perryae, Sterculia pruriens, Sterculia ponapensis, Sterculia oblonga, Sterculia palauensis, Sterculia oblongata, Sterculia papuana, Sterculia parkinsonii, Sterculia pseudopeltata, Sterculia rhinopetala, Sterculia rhoidifolia, Sterculia rhynchocarpa, Sterculia rhynchophylla, Sterculia ripicola, Sterculia rubiginosa, Sterculia rugosa, Sterculia sangirensis, Sterculia quadrifida,

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,