Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hallier f.) R.J.Searle
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 67:85. (2010); Lectotypified in: Edinburgh J. Bot. 67:86. (2010) by Searle, R.J.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000916561
Common Names
- Scaphochlamys anomala
- Anomala Scaphochlamys
- Scaphochlamys
Description
Scaphochlamys anomala (also called Anomalous scaphochlamys, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Zingiberaceae. It is native to Indonesia and Malaysia. It is found in tropical rainforests, often growing in the understory.
Uses & Benefits
Scaphochlamys anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scaphochlamys anomala is a small, white spathe, with the seed being a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf that is long and narrow.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scaphochlamys anomala is a tropical plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers full sun and moist, well-draining soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Scaphochlamys anomala
Scaphochlamys anomala is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Scaphochlamys anomala FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scaphochlamys anomala?
Scaphochlamys anomala
What is the family of Scaphochlamys anomala?
Araceae
What is the common name of Scaphochlamys anomala?
Anomalous Arum
Species in the Scaphochlamys genus
Scaphochlamys argentea,
Scaphochlamys atroviridis,
Scaphochlamys biloba,
Scaphochlamys breviscapa,
Scaphochlamys burkillii,
Scaphochlamys concinna,
Scaphochlamys erecta,
Scaphochlamys grandis,
Scaphochlamys klossii,
Scaphochlamys kunstleri,
Scaphochlamys lanceolata,
Scaphochlamys longifolia,
Scaphochlamys malaccana,
Scaphochlamys minutiflora,
Scaphochlamys obcordata,
Scaphochlamys oculata,
Scaphochlamys pennipicta,
Scaphochlamys perakensis,
Scaphochlamys petiolata,
Scaphochlamys polyphylla,
Scaphochlamys reticosa,
Scaphochlamys rubescens,
Scaphochlamys rubromaculata,
Scaphochlamys subbiloba,
Scaphochlamys sylvestris,
Scaphochlamys tenuis,
Scaphochlamys calcicola,
Scaphochlamys abdullahii,
Scaphochlamys cordata,
Scaphochlamys gracilipes,
Scaphochlamys laxa,
Scaphochlamys mat-kilau,
Scaphochlamys anomala,
Scaphochlamys pusilla,
Scaphochlamys krauensis,
Scaphochlamys iporii,
Scaphochlamys salahuddiniana,
Scaphochlamys stenophylla,
Scaphochlamys limiana,
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis,
Scaphochlamys biru,
Species in the Zingiberaceae family
Haniffia albiflora,
Haniffia cyanescens,
Haniffia flavescens,
Haniffia santubongensis,
Hedychium biflorum,
Hedychium bijiangense,
Hedychium boloveniorum,
Hedychium bordelonianum,
Hedychium borneense,
Hedychium bousigonianum,
Hedychium brevicaule,
Hedychium calcaratum,
Hedychium carneum,
Hedychium coccineum,
Hedychium convexum,
Hedychium coronarium,
Hedychium deceptum,
Hedychium dekianum,
Hedychium densiflorum,
Hedychium elatum,
Hedychium ellipticum,
Hedychium elwesii,
Hedychium emeiense,
Hedychium erythrostemon,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavescens,
Hedychium flavum,
Hedychium forrestii,
Hedychium gardnerianum,
Hedychium glabrum,
Hedychium glaucum,
Hedychium gomezianum,
Hedychium gracillimum,
Hedychium grandiflorum,
Hedychium gratum,
Hedychium greenii,
Hedychium griersonianum,
Hedychium griffithianum,
Hedychium hasseltii,
Hedychium heteromallum,
Hedychium hirsutissimum,
Hedychium hookeri,
Hedychium horsfieldii,
Hedychium intermedium,
Hedychium kwangsiense,
Hedychium larsenii,
Hedychium lineare,
Hedychium longicornutum,
Hedychium longipedunculatum,
Hedychium luteum,
References
R.J. Searle: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.J.Searle' in the authors string.