Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
floribunda
ID:
300084

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 23: 428 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299416

Common Names

  • Floribunda Sabicea
  • Floribunda Myrciaria
  • Floribunda Myrciaria Sabicea

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Synonyms

  • Pseudosabicea floribunda (K.Schum.) N.Hallé [valid]

Description

Sabicea floribunda (also called 'Many-flowered 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 floribunda is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used as a source of food and forage for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sabicea floribunda var. paucinervis Wernham
Sabicea floribunda var. floribunda
Sabicea floribunda var. anisostegia O.Lachenaud, Zemagho & Sonké
Sabicea floribunda var. paludosa O.Lachenaud, Zemagho & Sonké

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabicea floribunda 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 floribunda 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 floribunda

Sabicea floribunda is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America, from Mexico to Bolivia.

Sabicea floribunda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabicea floribunda?

Sabicea floribunda

What is the common name of Sabicea floribunda?

Floribunda

Where is Sabicea floribunda found?

Central and western 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