Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Pandanales
Genus:
Species:
philippinensis
ID:
740611

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Publ. Bur. Sci. Gov. Lab. 29: 5 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000739944



Common Names

  • Philippinensis Sararanga
  • Sararanga philippinensis
  • Sararanga


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Description

Sararanga philippinensis (also called Philippine Sararanga, among many other common names) is a woody, perennial climbing vine native to the Philippines. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, greenish-white flowers. It is found in forests, woodlands, and thickets, and is often found growing on other plants.

Uses & Benefits

Sararanga philippinensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also known to have medicinal properties, with its leaves and roots being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sararanga philippinensis is a star-shaped, white or pinkish-white flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, ovoid capsule containing several small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings have two opposite, oval-shaped cotyledons and two opposite, oval-shaped true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sararanga philippinensis is a fast-growing, evergreen climber that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it will spread rapidly and can be divided to create new plants.

Where to Find Sararanga philippinensis

Sararanga philippinensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Sararanga philippinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sararanga philippinensis?

Sararanga philippinensis

What type of plant is Sararanga philippinensis?

It is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae.

Where is Sararanga philippinensis native to?

It is native to the Philippines.

Species in the Sararanga genus

Species in the Pandanaceae family

Freycinetia abbreviata, Freycinetia acicularis, Freycinetia acuta, Freycinetia acutifolia, Freycinetia admiraltiensis, Freycinetia amoena, Freycinetia ancistrosperma, Freycinetia andajensis, Freycinetia angakumiana, Freycinetia angulata, Freycinetia angusta, Freycinetia angustifolia, Freycinetia angustissima, Freycinetia apayaoensis, Freycinetia apoensis, Freycinetia arborea, Freycinetia archboldiana, Freycinetia arfakiana, Freycinetia aruensis, Freycinetia atocensis, Freycinetia awaiarensis, Freycinetia backeri, Freycinetia banksii, Freycinetia bassa, Freycinetia baueriana, Freycinetia beccarii, Freycinetia bicolor, Freycinetia biloba, Freycinetia biroi, Freycinetia bismarckensis, Freycinetia boluboluensis, Freycinetia bomberaiensis, Freycinetia boninensis, Freycinetia bornensis, Freycinetia bosaviensis, Freycinetia brachyclada, Freycinetia brassii, Freycinetia breviauriculata, Freycinetia brevifolia, Freycinetia brevipedunculata, Freycinetia brevis, Freycinetia bulusanensis, Freycinetia candeliformis, Freycinetia carnosa, Freycinetia caudata, Freycinetia celebica, Freycinetia chartacea, Freycinetia ciliaris, Freycinetia coagmentata, Freycinetia cochleatisperma,

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