Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
arkansana
ID:
1277245

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.S.Pringle & Witsell

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21: 1250 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276583

Common Names

  • Arkansas Sabatia
  • Arkansas Starwort
  • Arkansas Marsh Pink

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Description

Sabatia arkansana (also called Arkansas Pink, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States. It grows up to 30 cm tall and has a spreading habit. It is found in moist meadows, prairies, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Sabatia arkansana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabatia arkansana has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabatia arkansana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It can be grown from seed, but it can take up to two years for the plant to reach maturity. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Sabatia arkansana

Sabatia arkansana can be found in the Arkansas region of the United States.

Sabatia arkansana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabatia arkansana?

Sabatia arkansana

What is the family of Sabatia arkansana?

Gentianaceae

Where is Sabatia arkansana found?

North America

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,

References

James Scott Pringle (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.S.Pringle' in the authors string.
Theo Witsell: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Witsell' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:60439443-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.