Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parviflora
ID:
1269992

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
tro

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. (Roxburgh) 3: 147. 1832

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269330



Common Names

  • Sterculia parviflora
  • Small-flowered Sterculia
  • Small-flowered Chestnut


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Description

Sterculia parviflora (also called Small-flowered Sterculia, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen tree native to tropical regions of the world. It has large, leathery leaves and small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and is found in humid, tropical climates.

Uses & Benefits

Sterculia parviflora is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, asthma, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source, as its leaves and fruits are edible. The bark is used to make rope and the wood is used for fuel.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sterculia parviflora has yellow flowers with red centers and long, thin seed pods. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, round leaves and thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sterculia parviflora can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist potting mix. Once established, Sterculia parviflora should be grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sterculia parviflora

Sterculia parviflora is native to the tropical forests of India.

Sterculia parviflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sterculia parviflora?

Sterculia parviflora

What is the common name of Sterculia parviflora?

Parviflora Sterculia

What is the natural habitat of Sterculia parviflora?

Tropical forests of 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,

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