Status:
valid
Authors:
Sprague
Source:
wcs
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. Bot. Soc. Edinburgh 22: 434 (1904)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299375
Common Names
- Camporum Sabicea
- Camporum Myrciaria
- Camporum Myrciaria Sabicea
Synonyms
- Sabicea glomerata Wernham [valid]
Description
Sabicea camporum (also called Camporum Sabicea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to tropical Central and South America, where it is found in lowland forests and savannas. It prefers moist soils and is often found near rivers and streams.
Uses & Benefits
Sabicea camporum is used as an ornamental plant and for its timber which is used for construction and furniture.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sabicea camporum is white and tubular, with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sabicea camporum is a slow-growing, long-lived palm that is native to Central and South America. It is easy to propagate from seed, and can also be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is drought-tolerant once established.
Where to Find Sabicea camporum
Sabicea camporum is found in tropical Africa.
Sabicea camporum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sabicea camporum?
Sabicea camporum
What is the family of Sabicea camporum?
Rubiaceae
Where is Sabicea camporum native to?
Central America
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,