Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
discolor
ID:
313687

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Radcl.-Sm.) Friis

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 33: 97 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000313019



Common Names

  • Spiniluma discolor
  • Discolored Spiniluma
  • Discolored Spinilum


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Synonyms

  • Sideroxylon discolor Radcl.-Sm. [unknown]

Description

Spiniluma discolor (also called Red-veined Starburst, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Spiniluma discolor is used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, headaches, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spiniluma discolor is a yellow, tubular flower with five lobes. The seed is a small, black, bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spiniluma discolor can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Spiniluma discolor

Spiniluma discolor can be found in tropical forests in South and Central America.

Spiniluma discolor FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spiniluma discolor?

Spiniluma discolor

What is the common name of Spiniluma discolor?

Discolored Spiniluma

What is the natural habitat of Spiniluma discolor?

It is found in dry, sandy soils, such as roadsides, fields, and disturbed areas.

Species in the Spiniluma genus

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

Ib Friis (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Friis' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:789906-1: Based on the initial data import