Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
kachinense
ID:
304552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(King & Prain) Exell

Source:
wcs

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 69: 100 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303884



Common Names

  • Sarcosperma kachinense
  • Kachinense Sarcosperma
  • Kachinense


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Synonyms

  • Sarcosperma caudatum Merr. ex H.J.Lam & Vaross. [unknown]
  • Sarcosperma kachinense Cowan [unknown]
  • Sarcosperma kachinense kachinense [unknown]
  • Sarcosperma kachinense simondii (Gagnep.) H.J.Lam & P.Royen [unknown]
  • Sarcosperma siamense H.R.Fletcher [unknown]
  • Sarcosperma simondii Gagnep. [unknown]
  • Combretum kachinense King & Pantl. [unknown]

Description

Sarcosperma kachinense (also called Kachin Sarcosperma, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a small shrub with ovate leaves and white flowers. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Australia and New Guinea, and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry to wet forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcosperma kachinense is used as an ornamental plant and for traditional medicine. It is also used to make a tea to treat fever, malaria, and dysentery.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcosperma kachinense has white flowers with five petals and a long, curved spur. The seeds are black and round, and the seedlings have long, thin leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcosperma kachinense is a terrestrial orchid native to tropical Asia. It prefers a well-draining medium such as bark, sphagnum moss, or perlite. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by division or by seed.

Where to Find Sarcosperma kachinense

Sarcosperma kachinense can be found in the tropical forests of India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Sarcosperma kachinense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcosperma kachinense?

Sarcosperma kachinense

What is the common name of Sarcosperma kachinense?

Kachin Sarcosperma

What is the natural habitat of Sarcosperma kachinense?

Tropical rainforests of Myanmar

Species in the Sapotaceae family

Afrosersalisia rwandensis, Amorphospermum antilogum, Argania spinosa, Aubregrinia taiensis, Aulandra beccarii, Aulandra cauliflora, Aulandra longifolia, Autranella congolensis, Baillonella toxisperma, Beccariella balansana, Beccariella crebrifolia, Beccariella lasiantha, Beccariella novocaledonica, Beccariella xerocarpa, Beccariella brownlessiana, Boerlagella spectabilis, Breviea sericea, Burckella banikiensis, Burckella erythrophylla, Burckella fijiensis, Burckella hillii, Burckella macropoda, Burckella magusum, Burckella obovata, Burckella parvifolia, Burckella polymera, Burckella poolei, Burckella richii, Burckella sorei, Burckella thurstonii, Capurodendron androyense, Capurodendron ankaranense, Capurodendron antongiliense, Capurodendron apollonioides, Capurodendron bakeri, Capurodendron costatum, Capurodendron delphinense, Capurodendron gracilifolium, Capurodendron greveanum, Capurodendron ludiifolium, Capurodendron madagascariense, Capurodendron mandrarense, Capurodendron microphyllum, Capurodendron nodosum, Capurodendron perrieri, Capurodendron pervillei, Capurodendron pseudoterminalia, Capurodendron rubrocostatum, Capurodendron rufescens, Capurodendron sakalavum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-185358: Based on the initial data import
David Prain (1857-1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prain' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.
Arthur Wallis Exell (1901-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Exell' in the authors string.