Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Species:
schweinfurthianum
ID:
525598

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kuntze) Milne-Redh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 83: 30 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524930



Common Names

  • Sarcophrynium
  • Schweinfurthianum
  • Schweinfurth's Sarcophrynium


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Synonyms

  • Arundastrum schweinfurthianum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clinogyne schweinfurthiana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Donax schweinfurthiana K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Phrynium baccatum K.Schum. ex De Wild. & T.Durand [unknown]
  • Phyllodes baccata K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Sarcophrynium baccatum K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum puberulifolium Koechlin [unknown]
  • Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum schweinfurthianum [unknown]

Description

Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum (also called Schweinfurth's 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 schweinfurthianum 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum has small yellow flowers. Seeds: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum 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 schweinfurthianum

Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum?

Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum

What is the common name of Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum?

Schweinfurthianum sarcophrynium

What type of plant is Sarcophrynium schweinfurthianum?

Herb

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-262717: Based on the initial data import
Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
Edgar Milne-Redhead (1906-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Milne-Redh.' in the authors string.