Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
ovatifolium
ID:
304559

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gagnep.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 20: 294 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303891



Common Names

  • Sarcosperma ovatifolium
  • Ovatifolium Sarcosperma
  • Ovatifolium


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Description

Sarcosperma ovatifolium (also called Ovate-leaved Sarcosperma, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the family Melastomataceae. It is a small shrub with lanceolate 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 ovatifolium 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 ovatifolium 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 ovatifolium 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 ovatifolium

Sarcosperma ovatifolium can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Sarcosperma ovatifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcosperma ovatifolium?

Sarcosperma ovatifolium

What is the common name of Sarcosperma ovatifolium?

Ovate-leaved Sarcosperma

What is the natural habitat of Sarcosperma ovatifolium?

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,

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