Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
smithii
ID:
300191

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wernham

Source:
wcs

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Sabicea : 36 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299523

Common Names

  • Smith's Sabicea
  • Sabicea smithii
  • Smith's Sabicea Tree

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Description

Sabicea smithii (also called Smith's Sabicea, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and white flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Sabicea smithii is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sabicea smithii has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sabicea smithii is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. It prefers a sunny location with well-drained soil and regular watering. It should be fertilized regularly and pruned to maintain its shape.

Where to Find Sabicea smithii

Sabicea smithii is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Sabicea smithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sabicea smithii?

Sabicea smithii

What is the common name of Sabicea smithii?

Smithii Sabicea

What is the habitat of Sabicea smithii?

Tropical rainforests

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,

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