Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
quaifei
ID:
303801

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rolfe) Garay

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 23: 199 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303133



Common Names

  • Quaife's Sarcanthopsis
  • Sarcanthopsis Quaifei
  • Quaife's Sarcanthopsis


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Synonyms

  • Stauropsis quaifei Rolfe [unknown]
  • Vandopsis quaifei Schltr. [unknown]

Description

Sarcanthopsis quaifei (also called Quaife's Sarcanthopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 6 meters in height. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcanthopsis quaifei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcanthopsis quaifei has small, white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. The flowers are followed by small, round, black seeds that are dispersed by the wind. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped, green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcanthopsis quaifei is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m in height. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America, and is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Sarcanthopsis quaifei

Sarcanthopsis quaifei can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Sarcanthopsis quaifei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcanthopsis quaifei?

Sarcanthopsis quaifei

What is the common name of Sarcanthopsis quaifei?

Quaifei Sarcanthopsis

Where is Sarcanthopsis quaifei found?

It is found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka

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-184646: Based on the initial data import
Robert Allen Rolfe (1855-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolfe' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.