Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
apocynacea
ID:
837651

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.Schum.) Razafim., B.Bremer, Liede & Saleh A.Khan

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 20 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836986

Common Names

  • Sabicea apocynacea
  • Apocynaceous Sabicea
  • Dogbane Sabicea

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Description

Sabicea apocynacea (also called Apocynaceous Sabicea, among many other common names) is a small shrub found in the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has thin, upright stems with small, green-brown leaves and tiny white flowers. It grows in humid, shady forests, often on the edges of streams.

Uses & Benefits

Sabicea apocynacea has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabicea apocynacea has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have two cotyledons, which are oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabicea apocynacea can be propagated by division or by seed. Division is best done in early spring or late autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in spring or autumn. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Germination usually takes place within a few weeks.

Where to Find Sabicea apocynacea

Sabicea apocynacea is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Sabicea apocynacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabicea apocynacea?

Sabicea apocynacea

What is the family of Sabicea apocynacea?

Apocynaceae

Where is Sabicea apocynacea found?

West and Central Africa

Species in the Sabicea genus

Sabicea acuminata, Sabicea amazonensis, Sabicea amomi, Sabicea angustifolia, Sabicea arborea, Sabicea aristeguietae, Sabicea aspera, Sabicea asperula, Sabicea bariensis, Sabicea batesii, Sabicea bequaertii, Sabicea bigerrica, Sabicea boliviensis, Sabicea brachiata, Sabicea brachycalyx, Sabicea bracteolata, Sabicea brasiliensis, Sabicea brevipes, Sabicea burchellii, Sabicea calophylla, Sabicea calycina, Sabicea cameroonensis, Sabicea caminata, Sabicea camporum, Sabicea cana, Sabicea capitellata, Sabicea carbunica, Sabicea cauliflora, Sabicea cinerea, Sabicea composita, Sabicea congensis, Sabicea cordata, Sabicea cruciata, Sabicea cuneata, Sabicea dewevrei, Sabicea dewildemaniana, Sabicea dinklagei, Sabicea discolor, Sabicea diversifolia, Sabicea dubia, Sabicea duparquetiana, Sabicea entebbensis, Sabicea erecta, Sabicea exellii, Sabicea ferruginea, Sabicea flagenioides, Sabicea floribunda, Sabicea fulva, Sabicea fulvovenosa, Sabicea gabonica,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374295: Based on the initial data import
Karl Moritz Schumann (1851-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Schum.' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Saleh A. Khan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saleh A.Khan' in the authors string.