Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
subverticillatum
ID:
318830

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.A.Bruce) T.D.Penn.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Gen. Sapotac. : 249 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000318162



Common Names

  • Synsepalum subverticillatum
  • African Cherry
  • African Wild Peach


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Synonyms

  • Pachystela subverticillata E.A.Bruce [unknown]
  • Pseudoboivinella subverticillata (E.A.Bruce) Aubrév. & Pellegr. [unknown]

Description

Synsepalum subverticillatum (also called Subverticillate Moonflower, among many other common names) is a species of aroid, native to Central and South America. It is a climbing plant, with leaves that are usually heart-shaped, and can grow up to 3 m in height. It is found in tropical rainforests, in areas with high humidity and temperatures between 15-30°C.

Uses & Benefits

Synsepalum subverticillatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, and its fruits can be used to make jams and jellies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Synsepalum subverticillatum has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are light green and have two or three leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synsepalum subverticillatum is a tropical plant native to Central America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from new growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. It prefers full sun to partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Synsepalum subverticillatum

Synsepalum subverticillatum is native to Central Africa and can be found in tropical forests.

Synsepalum subverticillatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synsepalum subverticillatum?

Synsepalum subverticillatum

What is the common name of Synsepalum subverticillatum?

Subverticillate Synsepalum

What is the natural habitat of Synsepalum subverticillatum?

It is native to Central Africa.

Species in the Synsepalum genus

Synsepalum afzelii, Synsepalum aubrevillei, Synsepalum batesii, Synsepalum bequaertii, Synsepalum brenanii, Synsepalum brevipes, Synsepalum cerasiferum, Synsepalum congolense, Synsepalum dulcificum, Synsepalum fleuryanum, Synsepalum gabonense, Synsepalum kaessneri, Synsepalum laurentii, Synsepalum le-testui, Synsepalum letouzei, Synsepalum msolo, Synsepalum muelleri, Synsepalum nyangense, Synsepalum passargei, Synsepalum pobeguinianum, Synsepalum revolutum, Synsepalum seretii, Synsepalum stipulatum, Synsepalum subcordatum, Synsepalum subverticillatum, Synsepalum tsounkpe, Synsepalum ulugurense, Synsepalum zenkeri, Synsepalum ntimii, Synsepalum buluensis, Synsepalum carrieanum, Synsepalum lastoursvillense, Synsepalum ogouense, Synsepalum ovatostipulatum, Synsepalum oyemense, Synsepalum tomentosum,

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-199136: Based on the initial data import
Eileen Adelaide Bruce (1905-1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.A.Bruce' in the authors string.
Terence Dale Pennington (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.D.Penn.' in the authors string.