Status:
valid
Authors:
Jenjitt. & K.Larsen
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 22:35. (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000525365
Common Names
- Scaphochlamys minutiflora
- Minutiflora Scaphochlamys
- Minutiflora
Description
Scaphochlamys minutiflora (also called Small-flowered scaphochlamys, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It typically grows in sandy soils, meadows, and pastures.
Uses & Benefits
Scaphochlamys minutiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are used for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scaphochlamys minutiflora has yellow, star-shaped flowers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scaphochlamys minutiflora can be propagated through division or tissue culture. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots. These sections should then be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Tissue culture can be done by taking a small piece of the plant and placing it in a sterile medium. The medium should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Scaphochlamys minutiflora
Scaphochlamys minutiflora can be found in the tropical regions of South America.
Scaphochlamys minutiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scaphochlamys minutiflora?
Scaphochlamys minutiflora
What is the family of Scaphochlamys minutiflora?
Asteraceae
What is the native range of Scaphochlamys minutiflora?
East Africa
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
Thaya Jenjittikul: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenjitt.' in the authors string.