Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
potamophila
ID:
304462

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Schltr.) Garay & W.Kittr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 30: 192 (1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303794



Common Names

  • Sarcoglyphis potamophila
  • Potamophila Sarcoglyphis
  • Potamophila


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Synonyms

  • Sarcanthus potamophilus Schltr. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma potamophilum (Schltr.) Garay [unknown]

Description

Sarcoglyphis potamophila (also called 'River 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 potamophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarcoglyphis potamophila 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 potamophila 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 potamophila

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

Sarcoglyphis potamophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcoglyphis potamophila?

Sarcoglyphis potamophila

What is the common name of Sarcoglyphis potamophila?

River Sarcoglyphis

What is the natural habitat of Sarcoglyphis potamophila?

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-185262: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Walter Kittredge (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Kittr.' in the authors string.