Status:
valid
Authors:
Ule
Source:
cmp
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 52(1-2, Beibl. 115): 45. 1914 [24 Nov 1914]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505627
Common Names
- Sauvagesia angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Sauvagesia
- Narrow-leaved Olive
Synonyms
- Sauvagesia striata Gleason & Dwyer [unknown]
Description
Sauvagesia angustifolia (also called Narrow-Leaved Sauvagesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa and grows in moist, open areas. It is an herbaceous perennial with narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sauvagesia angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sauvagesia angustifolia has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sauvagesia angustifolia is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, such as a combination of peat moss, perlite, and sand. It should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Sauvagesia angustifolia
Sauvagesia angustifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Guyana and Brazil.
Sauvagesia angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sauvagesia angustifolia?
Sauvagesia angustifolia
What is the natural habitat of Sauvagesia angustifolia?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common names of Sauvagesia angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Sauvagesia, Narrow-leaved Sauvagesia Vine
Species in the Sauvagesia genus
Sauvagesia imthurniana,
Sauvagesia guianensis,
Sauvagesia fruticosa,
Sauvagesia longipes,
Sauvagesia oliveirae,
Sauvagesia nitida,
Sauvagesia longifolia,
Sauvagesia linearifolia,
Sauvagesia lanceolata,
Sauvagesia angustifolia,
Sauvagesia amoena,
Sauvagesia falcisepala,
Sauvagesia africana,
Sauvagesia calophylla,
Sauvagesia aliciae,
Sauvagesia erioclada,
Sauvagesia ericoides,
Sauvagesia erecta,
Sauvagesia elata,
Sauvagesia deflexifolia,
Sauvagesia pulchella,
Sauvagesia sprengelii,
Sauvagesia semicylindrifolia,
Sauvagesia rubiginosa,
Sauvagesia roraimensis,
Sauvagesia ribeiroi,
Sauvagesia ramosissima,
Sauvagesia ramosa,
Sauvagesia racemosa,
Sauvagesia tenella,
Sauvagesia nudicaulis,
Sauvagesia paniculata,
Sauvagesia cryptothallis,
Sauvagesia lagevianae,
Sauvagesia insignis,
Sauvagesia paucielata,
Sauvagesia brevipetala,
Sauvagesia tafelbergensis,
Sauvagesia capillaris,
Sauvagesia deficiens,
Sauvagesia elegantissima,
Sauvagesia glandulosa,
Sauvagesia serrata,
Sauvagesia vellozii,
Sauvagesia laciniata,
Sauvagesia rhodoleuca,
Sauvagesia paganuccii,
Sauvagesia setulosa,
Sauvagesia spicata,
Sauvagesia insolita,
Species in the Ochnaceae family