Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
vaupesana
ID:
159115

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wurdack in R.E.Schult.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 18: 165 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158444



Common Names

  • Vaupes Siphanthera
  • Vaupes Palm
  • Vaupes Palm Lily


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Description

Siphanthera vaupesana (also called 'Vaupes Siphanthera', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in humid montane forests. Its leaves are alternate and elliptic and its flowers are white.

Uses & Benefits

Siphanthera vaupesana is a fast-growing evergreen shrub that is often used as a hedge or screen. It is also used in landscaping to provide a tropical look. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siphanthera vaupesana is white and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black. The seedlings are small, thin and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siphanthera vaupesana is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a warm, sunny location.

Where to Find Siphanthera vaupesana

Siphanthera vaupesana is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It can be found in the states of Rio de Janeiro, Espírito Santo, and Bahia.

Siphanthera vaupesana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siphanthera vaupesana?

Siphanthera vaupesana

What is the common name of Siphanthera vaupesana?

Vaupes Siphanthera

What is the natural habitat of Siphanthera vaupesana?

Dry, sandy soils

Species in the Melastomataceae family

Acanthella sprucei, 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,

References

John Julius Wurdack (1921-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wurdack' in the authors string.
Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:237321-2: Based on the initial data import