Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
ericoides
ID:
506308

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.St.-Hil.) Sastre

Source:
ksu

Year:
1971

Citation Micro:
Sendtnera 23: 15 (1971)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505640

Common Names

  • Sauvagesia ericoides
  • Heath-like Sauvagesia
  • Heath-like Olive

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Synonyms

  • Lauradia ericoides A.St.-Hil. [unknown]

Description

Sauvagesia ericoides (also called Ericoid 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 lance-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Sauvagesia ericoides 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 ericoides has white flowers with yellow centers and a strong scent. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sauvagesia ericoides is a perennial shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or division.

Where to Find Sauvagesia ericoides

Sauvagesia ericoides is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Guyana and Brazil.

Sauvagesia ericoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sauvagesia ericoides?

Sauvagesia ericoides

What is the natural habitat of Sauvagesia ericoides?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common names of Sauvagesia ericoides?

Heath-like Sauvagesia, Heath-like 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

References

Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
Claude Henri Léon Sastre (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sastre' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:228218-2: Based on the initial data import