Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sijmii
ID:
1412598

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Luer) Karremans & Mel.Fernández

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 340(2): 132. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425063





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Description

Pendusalpinx sijmii (also called 'Sijm's Pendusalpinx', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pendusalpinx sijmii is a medicinal plant used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pendusalpinx sijmii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and round in shape. The seedlings have a single seed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pendusalpinx sijmii can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in spring, when the plant is actively growing. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of around 18-21°C. Germination usually takes around 2-3 weeks.

Where to Find Pendusalpinx sijmii

Pendusalpinx sijmii is native to Vietnam and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Pendusalpinx sijmii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pendusalpinx sijmii?

Pendusalpinx sijmii

What is the common name of Pendusalpinx sijmii?

Sijmii Pendusalpinx

What is the natural habitat of Pendusalpinx sijmii?

Tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

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

Carlyle A. Luer (1922-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luer' in the authors string.
Adam P. Karremans (b.1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Karremans' in the authors string.
Melania Fernández: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mel.Fernández' in the authors string.