Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
salutaris
ID:
686512

Status:
valid

Authors:
Welw.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 27: 46 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685845

Common Names

  • Faroa salutaris
  • Faroa Salutaris
  • Faroa salutaris

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Description

Faroa salutaris (also called 'Salutary Faroa', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 1 m tall. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and parts of Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in mangroves.

Uses & Benefits

Faroa salutaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a source of fuel and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Faroa salutaris has small, yellow flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and oval. The seedlings are small and have three, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faroa salutaris is a small, succulent, perennial plant that grows up to 10 cm tall. It is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is done by seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny spot. Division should be done in spring or summer.

Where to Find Faroa salutaris

Faroa salutaris is native to South Africa and is found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Faroa salutaris FAQ

What are the common names of Faroa salutaris?

Faroa salutaris is commonly known as Salutaris' Faroa.

What is the natural habitat of Faroa salutaris?

Faroa salutaris is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

What is the average size of Faroa salutaris?

Faroa salutaris typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.

Species in the Gentianaceae family

Adenolisianthus arboreus, Anthocleista amplexicaulis, Anthocleista djalonensis, Anthocleista grandiflora, Anthocleista inermis, Anthocleista laxiflora, Anthocleista liebrechtsiana, Anthocleista longifolia, Anthocleista madagascariensis, Anthocleista microphylla, Anthocleista nobilis, Anthocleista obanensis, Anthocleista procera, Anthocleista scandens, Anthocleista schweinfurthii, Anthocleista vogelii, Anthocleista potalioides, Aripuana cullmaniorum, Bartonia paniculata, Bartonia verna, Bartonia virginica, Bisgoeppertia robustior, Bisgoeppertia gracilis, Bisgoeppertia scandens, Blackstonia acuminata, Blackstonia grandiflora, Blackstonia imperfoliata, Blackstonia perfoliata, Calolisianthus amplissimus, Calolisianthus pedunculatus, Canscora alata, Canscora andrographioides, Canscora concanensis, Canscora diffusa, Canscora heteroclita, Canscora macrocalyx, Canscora pauciflora, Canscora perfoliata, Canscora roxburghii, Canscora schultesii, Canscora stricta, Canscora bidoupensis, Canscora bhatiana, Canscora shrirangiana, Canscora ciathula, Canscora tetraptera, Celiantha bella, Celiantha chimantensis, Celiantha imthurniana, Centaurium ameghinoi,

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