Status:
valid
Authors:
N.Hallé
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 17: 152 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309729
Common Names
- Sherbournia buccularia
- Buccularia Sherbournia
- Buccularia Starwort
Description
Sherbournia buccularia (also called 'Buccularia Sherbournia', among many other common names) is a shrub species native to Central and South America. It grows up to 3 m tall and has oval-shaped leaves. It is found in humid forests and is often found in the understory of the forest. It is also found in disturbed areas such as roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Sherbournia buccularia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sherbournia buccularia is a small, white or yellowish flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sherbournia buccularia is a perennial plant that is native to Central and South America. It is typically grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is typically done by division or by seed. It is also possible to propagate by cuttings.
Where to Find Sherbournia buccularia
Sherbournia buccularia is native to Central and South America. It is a small, shrubby palm that grows in humid, tropical forests.
Sherbournia buccularia FAQ
What is the common name of Sherbournia buccularia?
Buccularia Sherbournia
What is the scientific name of Sherbournia buccularia?
Sherbournia buccularia
What is the natural habitat of Sherbournia buccularia?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
Species in the Sherbournia genus
Sherbournia ailarama,
Sherbournia amaraliocarpa,
Sherbournia batesii,
Sherbournia bignoniiflora,
Sherbournia buccularia,
Sherbournia calycina,
Sherbournia curvipes,
Sherbournia hapalophylla,
Sherbournia kiliotricha,
Sherbournia millenii,
Sherbournia myosura,
Sherbournia streptocaulon,
Sherbournia zenkeri,
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,