Sarcomphalus havanensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Rosales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
havanensis
ID:
1284571
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griseb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1866
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 31 (1866)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283909
Common Names
- Sarcomphalus havanensis
- Havanensis Sarcomphalus
- Havanensis Spiderling
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sarcomphalus havanensis (also called Havana Sarcomphalus, among many other common names) is a small shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Cuba and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcomphalus havanensis is used as a source of food, fiber, and medicine. It is also used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Sarcomphalus havanensis var. bullatus (Urb.) HauenschildFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sarcomphalus havanensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sarcomphalus havanensis is a tropical evergreen tree native to Central and South America. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Sarcomphalus havanensis
Sarcomphalus havanensis can be found in Cuba.
Sarcomphalus havanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcomphalus havanensis?
Sarcomphalus havanensis
What is the common name of Sarcomphalus havanensis?
Havana sarcomphalus
What is the natural habitat of Sarcomphalus havanensis?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Sarcomphalus genus
Sarcomphalus domingensis, Sarcomphalus divaricatus, Sarcomphalus crenatus, Sarcomphalus reticulatus, Sarcomphalus laurinus, Sarcomphalus parvifolius, Sarcomphalus acutifolius, Sarcomphalus bidens, Sarcomphalus microdictyus, Sarcomphalus obovatus, Sarcomphalus taylori, Sarcomphalus havanensis, Sarcomphalus amole, Sarcomphalus chloroxylon, Sarcomphalus cinnamomum, Sarcomphalus cyclocardius, Sarcomphalus glaziovii, Sarcomphalus guatemalensis, Sarcomphalus joazeiro, Sarcomphalus lloydii, Sarcomphalus mexicanus, Sarcomphalus mistol, Sarcomphalus obtusifolius, Sarcomphalus pedunculatus, Sarcomphalus piurensis, Sarcomphalus platyphyllus, Sarcomphalus rhodoxylon, Sarcomphalus saeri, Sarcomphalus strychnifolius, Sarcomphalus thyrsiflorus, Sarcomphalus undulatus, Sarcomphalus yucatanensis,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica, Adolphia infesta, Alphitonia pomaderroides, Alphitonia carolinensis, Alphitonia excelsa, Alphitonia ferruginea, Alphitonia franguloides, Alphitonia incana, Alphitonia macrocarpa, Alphitonia marquesensis, Alphitonia neocaledonica, Alphitonia petriei, Alphitonia philippinensis, Alphitonia ponderosa, Alphitonia whitei, Alphitonia zizyphoides, Alphitonia oblata, Alvimiantha tricamerata, Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis, Ampelozizyphus amazonicus, Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum, Araracuara vetusta, Auerodendron acuminatum, Auerodendron acunae, Auerodendron cubense, Auerodendron glaucescens, Auerodendron jamaicense, Auerodendron martii, Auerodendron northropianum, Auerodendron pauciflorum, Auerodendron reticulatum, Auerodendron truncatum, Bathiorhamnus capuronii, Bathiorhamnus dentatus, Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus, Bathiorhamnus reticulatus, Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis, Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus, Bathiorhamnus louvelii, Berchemia annamensis, Berchemia arisanensis, Berchemia barbigera, Berchemia brachycarpa, Berchemia burmanniana, Berchemia cinerascens, Berchemia compressicarpa, Berchemia discolor, Berchemia edgeworthii, Berchemia elmeri, Berchemia flavescens,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50321452: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.