Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
delphinensis
ID:
628383

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cavaco

Source:
iplants

Year:
1950

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. , sér. 2, 22: 615 (1950)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627715

Common Names

  • Delphinium Sarcolaena
  • Delphinium Sarcolaen
  • Delphinium Sarcolaena

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Description

Sarcolaena delphinensis (also called Dolphin Sarcolaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It has small, leathery leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Madagascar and grows in moist, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcolaena delphinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sarcolaena delphinensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcolaena delphinensis is a perennial plant that grows in dry, sandy soils. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sarcolaena delphinensis

Sarcolaena delphinensis is native to the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. It can be found in dry, rocky areas, often in open woodlands and chaparral.

Sarcolaena delphinensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sarcolaena delphinensis?

Sarcolaena delphinensis

What is the common name of Sarcolaena delphinensis?

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What are the characteristics of Sarcolaena delphinensis?

It is an evergreen shrub with small, yellow-green flowers and a woody stem

Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family

Eremolaena darainensis, Eremolaena humblotiana, Eremolaena rotundifolia, Leptolaena abrahamii, Leptolaena arenaria, Leptolaena cuspidata, Leptolaena delphinensis, Leptolaena gautieri, Leptolaena masoalensis, Leptolaena multiflora, Leptolaena pauciflora, Leptolaena raymondii, Mediusella bernieri, Pentachlaena betamponensis, Pentachlaena latifolia, Pentachlaena orientalis, Pentachlaena vestita, Perrierodendron boinense, Perrierodendron capuronii, Perrierodendron occidentale, Perrierodendron quartzitorum, Perrierodendron rodoense, Rhodolaena acutifolia, Rhodolaena altivola, Rhodolaena bakeriana, Rhodolaena coriacea, Rhodolaena humblotii, Rhodolaena leroyana, Rhodolaena macrocarpa, Sarcolaena codonochlamys, Sarcolaena delphinensis, Sarcolaena eriophora, Sarcolaena grandiflora, Sarcolaena humbertiana, Sarcolaena isaloensis, Sarcolaena multiflora, Sarcolaena oblongifolia, Schizolaena capuronii, Schizolaena cauliflora, Schizolaena cavacoana, Schizolaena charlotteae, Schizolaena elongata, Schizolaena exinvolucrata, Schizolaena gereaui, Schizolaena hystrix, Schizolaena isaloensis, Schizolaena manomboensis, Schizolaena masoalensis, Schizolaena microphylla, Schizolaena milleri,