Status:
valid
Authors:
Meekiong & Hidir
Source:
Zingiberaceae resource centre
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Folia malaysiana 16:34. (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344521
Description
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis (also called Samun Samen's scaphochlamys, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Malaysia. It has a single stem, pinnate leaves, and yellow flowers. It is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, grasslands, and coastal heaths.
Uses & Benefits
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make traditional medicines for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Scaphochlamys samunsamensis
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis is native to Thailand and can be found in the wild in the northern and western parts of the country.
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scaphochlamys samunsamensis?
Scaphochlamys samunsamensis
What type of plant is Scaphochlamys samunsamensis?
It is a species of plant in the family Zingiberaceae.
Where is Scaphochlamys samunsamensis found?
It is found in Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos.
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
Kalu Meekiong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Meekiong' in the authors string.
M. Hidir: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hidir' in the authors string.