Aa sphaeroglossa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sphaeroglossa
ID:
812481
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. Beih. 10: 36 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000811815
Common Names
- Sphaeroglossa Aa
- Sphaeroglossa Aegiphila
- Aa sphaeroglossa
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aa sphaeroglossa (also called Round-tongue aa, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aa sphaeroglossa is a popular ornamental plant used in landscaping and gardens. It is also used for timber production and as a source of food for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aa sphaeroglossa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with narrow leaves.
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Aa sphaeroglossa is a shrub that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted.
Where to Find Aa sphaeroglossa
Aa sphaeroglossa is native to South America and can be found in tropical nurseries and garden centers.
Aa sphaeroglossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aa sphaeroglossa?
Aa sphaeroglossa
What type of plant is Aa sphaeroglossa?
A shrub
Where is Aa sphaeroglossa found?
Central and South America
Species in the Aa genus
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-35: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.