Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
pensilis
ID:
304461

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Seidenf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1973

Citation Micro:
Bot. Tidsskr. 68: 87 (1973)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303793



Common Names

  • Sarcoglyphis pensilis
  • Pensilis Sarcoglyphis
  • Pensilis


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Synonyms

  • Saccolabium pensile Ridl. [unknown]
  • Sarcanthus pensilis Ridl. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma pensile (Ridl.) Garay [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglyphis pensilis (also called 'Mountain Mangrove', among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It has a dense, conical crown, and its bark is gray-brown and smooth. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as mangrove forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcoglyphis pensilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarcoglyphis pensilis is yellow, with a white center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcoglyphis pensilis is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It is usually found growing in the understory of tropical rainforests. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is the easiest method, as the plant can be divided into several smaller plants and then replanted. Seeds should be sown on a well-draining, sterile medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be grown in a bright, warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Sarcoglyphis pensilis

Sarcoglyphis pensilis is native to India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Sarcoglyphis pensilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglyphis pensilis?

Sarcoglyphis pensilis

What is the common name of Sarcoglyphis pensilis?

Pendulous Sarcoglyphis

What is the natural habitat of Sarcoglyphis pensilis?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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-185261: Based on the initial data import
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Gunnar Seidenfaden (1908-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Seidenf.' in the authors string.