Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Genus:
Species:
obstipa
ID:
506648

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Macbr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Candollea 5: 354 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505980



Common Names

  • Obstipa Siparuna
  • Siparuna Obstipa
  • Obstipa Palm


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Synonyms

  • Siparuna solimonensis Jangoux [unknown]

Description

Siparuna obstipa (also called Obtuse-Leaved Siparuna, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Monimiaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It is a small shrub that grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Siparuna obstipa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make medicines for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Siparuna obstipa has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Siparuna obstipa is a slow-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 2m (6ft) tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings, layering or division of mature plants.

Where to Find Siparuna obstipa

Siparuna obstipa is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in open forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Siparuna obstipa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Siparuna obstipa?

Siparuna obstipa

What is the natural habitat of Siparuna obstipa?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

What is the flowering season of Siparuna obstipa?

Spring and summer

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