Status:
valid
Authors:
M.P.Nayar
Source:
ipni
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Proc. Indian Acad. Sci., B 66: 279 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161947
Common Names
- Subramani's Sarcopyramis
- Sarcopyramis subramanii
- Subramani's Fern
Description
Sarcopyramis subramanii (also called Indian Corkwood, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 6 meters in height. It is native to India and Sri Lanka. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcopyramis subramanii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarcopyramis subramanii has small, light green fronds that are arranged in a fan shape. The flower is a small, whitish-green spike, and the seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, light green fronds.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcopyramis subramanii is a tropical evergreen shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows best in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Sarcopyramis subramanii
Sarcopyramis subramanii can be found in tropical and subtropical forests in East Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.
Sarcopyramis subramanii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcopyramis subramanii?
Sarcopyramis subramanii
What type of plant is Sarcopyramis subramanii?
Sarcopyramis subramanii is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.
Where is Sarcopyramis subramanii found?
Sarcopyramis subramanii is found in India and Sri Lanka.
Species in the Sarcopyramis genus
Species in the Melastomataceae family
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Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,