Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
tepuiensis
ID:
505687

Status:
valid

Authors:
(de Roon) Bedell

Source:
cmp

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Novon 9: 251 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505019



Common Names

  • Tepuiensis Sarcopera
  • Sarcopera Tepuiensis
  • Tepuiensis Sarcopera


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Synonyms

  • Norantea tepuiensis de Roon [unknown]
  • Sarcopera tepuiensis tepuiensis [unknown]

Description

Sarcopera tepuiensis (also called Tepui Sarcopera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to South America. It has narrow, oblong leaves and can reach up to 10 meters in height. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcopera tepuiensis is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcopera tepuiensis has a small, white flower with a short stem. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, bright green leaves and a short, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcopera tepuiensis is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to Colombia and Ecuador. It is an evergreen perennial that grows to 1 m (3 ft) tall and wide. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and produces yellow flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed.

Where to Find Sarcopera tepuiensis

Sarcopera tepuiensis is found in Venezuela.

Sarcopera tepuiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcopera tepuiensis?

Sarcopera tepuiensis

What is the natural habitat of Sarcopera tepuiensis?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

What are the common names of Sarcopera tepuiensis?

Tepui Sarcopera, Giant Sarcopera

Species in the Marcgraviaceae family

Marcgravia hartii, Marcgravia elegans, Marcgravia fosbergiana, Marcgravia eichleriana, Marcgravia evenia, Marcgravia domingensis, Marcgravia coriacea, Marcgravia caudata, Marcgravia brachysepala, Marcgravia sororopaniana, Marcgravia tobagensis, Marcgravia stonei, Marcgravia serrae, Marcgravia schippii, Marcgravia rubra, Marcgravia roonii, Marcgravia rectiflora, Marcgravia purpurea, Marcgravia sprucei, Marcgravia trianae, Marcgravia maguirei, Marcgravia punctifolia, Marcgravia nubicola, Marcgravia nepenthoides, Marcgravia brownei, Marcgravia mexicana, Marcgravia pedunculosa, Marcgravia patellulifera, Marcgravia oligandra, Marcgravia crassicostata, Marcgravia crenata, Marcgravia dasyantha, Marcgravia macroscypha, Marcgravia myriostigma, Marcgravia neurophylla, Marcgravia oblongifolia, Marcgravia salicifolia, Marcgravia stenonectaria, Marcgravia subcaudata, Marcgravia weberbaueri, Marcgravia sintenisii, Marcgravia atropunctata, Marcgravia nervosa, Marcgravia pittieri, Marcgravia polyantha, Marcgravia longifolia, Marcgravia trinitatis, Marcgravia flagellaris, Marcgravia williamsii, Marcgravia gentlei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2601290: Based on the initial data import
Hollis G. Bedell (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedell' in the authors string.
Adrianus Cornelis de Roon (1928-2011): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Roon' in the authors string.