Status:
valid
Authors:
K.Schum.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1902
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 48: 39 (1902)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524903
Common Names
- Sarcophrynium
- Prionogonium
- Needle-Leaved Sarcophrynium
Synonyms
- Phrynium cerasiferum A.Chev. [unknown]
- Phrynium prionogonium Baker [unknown]
- Phyllodes leiogonia K.Schum. [unknown]
- Phyllodes prionogonia K.Schum. [unknown]
- Sarcophrynium prionogonium puberulifolium Schnell [unknown]
Description
Sarcophrynium prionogonium (also called Prionogonium Sarcophrynium, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to the tropical regions of Africa and is found in moist and shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcophrynium prionogonium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Sarcophrynium prionogonium var. prionogonium
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower: Sarcophrynium prionogonium has small yellow flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcophrynium prionogonium is a fast-growing, deciduous, twining vine that can reach up to 30 feet in length. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and cuttings should be taken in summer and rooted in a cold frame. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.
Where to Find Sarcophrynium prionogonium
Sarcophrynium prionogonium is native to India and Sri Lanka.
Sarcophrynium prionogonium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcophrynium prionogonium?
Sarcophrynium prionogonium
What is the common name of Sarcophrynium prionogonium?
Prionogonium sarcophrynium
What type of plant is Sarcophrynium prionogonium?
Herb
Species in the Sarcophrynium genus
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,