Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
aspera
ID:
497715

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) A.DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 16(2): 645 (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497047



Common Names

  • Aspera Siparuna
  • Aspera Siparuna
  • Aspera Siparuna


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Synonyms

  • Citrosma aspera Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Citrosma dentata Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Citrosma limoniodora Pav. ex Tul. [unknown]
  • Citrosma macrophylla Kunth [unknown]
  • Citrosma pyricarpa Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Siparuna eriocalyx A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna exsculpta Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna harongifolia Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna lyrata Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna macrophylla A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna podocarpa Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna pyricarpa (Ruiz & Pav.) Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna tabacifolia Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna tulasnei Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna gigantophylla Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna amplifolia A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna ecuadorica Heilb. [unknown]
  • Siparuna quadrangularis A.C.Sm. [unknown]
  • Siparuna rimbachii Standl. [unknown]
  • Siparuna limoniodora A.DC. [unknown]
  • Siparuna spectabilis Perkins [unknown]
  • Siparuna elliptica A.C.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Siparuna aspera (also called Rough Siparuna, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree which grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical rainforests and open woodlands. It has large, oval leaves and produces white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Siparuna aspera is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Siparuna aspera is a small, white, tubular flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siparuna aspera is a perennial evergreen plant that can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers a warm, sunny location with well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during the growing season and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer. It can also be grown in containers.

Where to Find Siparuna aspera

Siparuna aspera can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.

Siparuna aspera FAQ

What are the common names for Siparuna aspera?

Asper siparuna

What is the habitat of Siparuna aspera?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

What is the flower color of Siparuna aspera?

The flowers are yellow.

Species in the Siparuna genus

Siparuna bifida, Siparuna aspera, Siparuna cristata, Siparuna cuspidata, Siparuna decipiens, Siparuna gesnerioides, Siparuna guianensis, Siparuna grandiflora, Siparuna obstipa, Siparuna thecaphora, Siparuna sessiliflora, Siparuna reginae, Siparuna stellulata, Siparuna ficoides, Siparuna auriculata, Siparuna brasiliensis, Siparuna cervicornis, Siparuna cuzcoana, Siparuna echinata, Siparuna eggersii, Siparuna laurifolia, Siparuna lepidota, Siparuna macrotepala, Siparuna muricata, Siparuna mutisii, Siparuna ovalis, Siparuna pauciflora, Siparuna petiolaris, Siparuna poeppigii, Siparuna subinodora, Siparuna tomentosa, Siparuna calignosa, Siparuna pachyantha, Siparuna pilosolepidota, Siparuna schimpffii, Siparuna croatii, Siparuna palenquensis, Siparuna gigantotepala, Siparuna harlingii, Siparuna conica, Siparuna multiflora, Siparuna campii, Siparuna guajalitensis, Siparuna cascada, Siparuna glabrescens, Siparuna krukovii, Siparuna gentryana, Siparuna lozaniana, Siparuna calantha, Siparuna vasqueziana,

Species in the Siparunaceae family

Glossocalyx longicuspis, Siparuna bifida, Siparuna aspera, Siparuna cristata, Siparuna cuspidata, Siparuna decipiens, Siparuna gesnerioides, Siparuna guianensis, Siparuna grandiflora, Siparuna obstipa, Siparuna thecaphora, Siparuna sessiliflora, Siparuna reginae, Siparuna stellulata, Siparuna ficoides, Siparuna auriculata, Siparuna brasiliensis, Siparuna cervicornis, Siparuna cuzcoana, Siparuna echinata, Siparuna eggersii, Siparuna laurifolia, Siparuna lepidota, Siparuna macrotepala, Siparuna muricata, Siparuna mutisii, Siparuna ovalis, Siparuna pauciflora, Siparuna petiolaris, Siparuna poeppigii, Siparuna subinodora, Siparuna tomentosa, Siparuna calignosa, Siparuna pachyantha, Siparuna pilosolepidota, Siparuna schimpffii, Siparuna croatii, Siparuna palenquensis, Siparuna gigantotepala, Siparuna harlingii, Siparuna conica, Siparuna multiflora, Siparuna campii, Siparuna guajalitensis, Siparuna cascada, Siparuna glabrescens, Siparuna krukovii, Siparuna gentryana, Siparuna lozaniana, Siparuna calantha,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2588470: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Alphonse Pyramus de Candolle (1806-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.DC.' in the authors string.