Sabicea thomensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Joffroy
Source:
wcs
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Gallica 148: 104 (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299536
Common Names
- Thomensis Sabicea
- Sabicea thomensis
- Thomensis Sabicea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sabicea thomensis (also called Thomas'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 thomensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sabicea thomensis has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sabicea thomensis 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 thomensis
Sabicea thomensis is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Sabicea thomensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sabicea thomensis?
Sabicea thomensis
What is the common name of Sabicea thomensis?
Thomensis Sabicea
What is the habitat of Sabicea thomensis?
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181268: Based on the initial data import
Gilles Joffroy: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Joffroy' in the authors string.