Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
hansemannii
ID:
525362

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kraenzl.) J.J.Wood & Ormerod

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 20: 158 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524694

Common Names

  • Sarcanthopsis Hansemannii
  • Hansemann's Sarcanthopsis
  • Hansemann's Aizoon

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Synonyms

  • Vandopsis hansemannii J.J.Sm. [unknown]
  • Cleisostoma hansemannii Kraenzl. [unknown]

Description

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii (also called Hansemann's sarcanthopsis, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with simple, opposite leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Colombia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii is an evergreen shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is drought tolerant. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and embankments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with oval shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and kept in a warm, sheltered location.

Where to Find Sarcanthopsis hansemannii

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcanthopsis hansemannii?

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii

What is the common name of Sarcanthopsis hansemannii?

Hansemann's Tree of Heaven

What is the natural habitat of Sarcanthopsis hansemannii?

Sarcanthopsis hansemannii is native to China and Taiwan, but has been introduced to many other parts of the world.

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-262691: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.
Jeffrey James Wood (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Wood' in the authors string.
Paul Abel Ormerod (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ormerod' in the authors string.