Status:
valid
Authors:
Sastre
Source:
cmp
Year:
1997
Citation Micro:
Bol. Bot. (São Paulo) 16: 71 (1997)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505625
Common Names
- Sauvagesia lanceolata
- Lanceolate Sauvagesia
- Lanceolate Olive
Description
Sauvagesia lanceolata (also called Lanceolate 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata 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 lanceolata
Sauvagesia lanceolata is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Guyana and Brazil.
Sauvagesia lanceolata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sauvagesia lanceolata?
Sauvagesia lanceolata
What is the natural habitat of Sauvagesia lanceolata?
Tropical rainforests
What are the common names of Sauvagesia lanceolata?
Lance-leaved Sauvagesia, Lance-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