Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
tuberosa
ID:
163272

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Hansen

Source:
ipni

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia , sér. 4, 11(3): 284 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162601



Common Names

  • Tuberose Sonerila
  • Tuberous Sonerila
  • Sonerila Tuberosa


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Description

Sonerila tuberosa (also called Tuberous Sonerila, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a shrub that is native to New Guinea and the Solomon Islands. It grows in tropical rainforest and montane forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Sonerila tuberosa is an attractive ornamental plant, grown for its showy flowers and lush foliage. It can be used as a houseplant or in outdoor gardens. It is also known to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sonerila tuberosa are small, white, and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sonerila tuberosa is a herbaceous perennial plant native to tropical Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and small white flowers. It can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Sonerila tuberosa

Sonerila tuberosa is native to India and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Sonerila tuberosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sonerila tuberosa?

Sonerila tuberosa

What type of plant is Sonerila tuberosa?

Herb

Where does Sonerila tuberosa grow?

Southern India

Species in the Sonerila genus

Sonerila parameswaranii, Sonerila vatphouensis, Sonerila inaequalis, Sonerila albiflora, Sonerila amoena, Sonerila arguta, Sonerila arnottiana, Sonerila barbata, Sonerila barnesii, Sonerila beccariana, Sonerila belluta, Sonerila bensonii, Sonerila bicolor, Sonerila biflora, Sonerila borneensis, Sonerila bracteata, Sonerila brandisiana, Sonerila buruensis, Sonerila calaminthifolia, Sonerila calophylla, Sonerila calycula, Sonerila celebica, Sonerila clarkei, Sonerila cordifolia, Sonerila corneri, Sonerila costulata, Sonerila crassiuscula, Sonerila daalenii, Sonerila decipiens, Sonerila devicolamensis, Sonerila elatostemoides, Sonerila elegans, Sonerila elliptica, Sonerila exacoides, Sonerila firma, Sonerila froidevilleana, Sonerila gardneri, Sonerila gimlettei, Sonerila glaberrima, Sonerila glabriflora, Sonerila grandiflora, Sonerila grandis, Sonerila griffithii, Sonerila guneratnei, Sonerila harmandii, Sonerila harveyi, Sonerila helferi, Sonerila heterophylla, Sonerila hirsuta, Sonerila hirsutula,

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,

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