Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calycina
ID:
300038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1849

Citation Micro:
Niger Fl. : 399 (1849)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299370

Common Names

  • Calycina Sabicea
  • Calycina Cabbage Palm
  • Calycina Sabal

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Synonyms

  • Sabicea barteri Wernham [valid]
  • Sabicea calycina hirsutiflora Wernham [valid]

Description

Sabicea calycina (also called 'Calyx-bearing Sabicea', among many other common names) is a shrub with white flowers and dark green leaves. It is native to South America and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Sabicea calycina is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber which is used for construction and furniture.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabicea calycina has small, white flowers that are borne in a dense, terminal panicle. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabicea calycina is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical South America. It is hardy in USDA Zones 10-11 and prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and rooted in a sandy soil mix.

Where to Find Sabicea calycina

Sabicea calycina is found in tropical Africa.

Sabicea calycina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabicea calycina?

Sabicea calycina

What is the natural habitat of Sabicea calycina?

It is native to tropical Africa.

What is the average height of Sabicea calycina?

It typically grows to a height of 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft).

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-181117: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.