Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
laurinum
ID:
304558

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Gen. Pl. 2: 655 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303890



Common Names

  • Sarcosperma laurinum
  • Laurinum Sarcosperma
  • Laurinum


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Synonyms

  • Reptonia laurina Benth. [unknown]

Description

Sarcosperma laurinum (also called Laurin's 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 laurinum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcosperma laurinum 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 laurinum 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 laurinum

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

Sarcosperma laurinum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcosperma laurinum?

Sarcosperma laurinum

What is the common name of Sarcosperma laurinum?

Laurel Sarcosperma

What is the natural habitat of Sarcosperma laurinum?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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-185363: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Joseph Dalton Hooker (1817-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.f.' in the authors string.