Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
calycina
ID:
310399

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hua

Source:
wcs

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Hist. Nat. Autun 14: 398 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000309731

Common Names

  • Sherbournia calycina
  • Calycina Sherbournia
  • Calycina Starwort

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Synonyms

  • Randia amaralioides K.Schum. ex Hutch. & Dalziel [valid]
  • Randia doniana Benth. [valid]
  • Randia sherborniae Hook. [valid]
  • Sherbournia foliosa G.Don [valid]
  • Amaralia huana Wernham [valid]
  • Amaralia sherbourniae Wernham [valid]
  • Gardenia calycina G.Don [valid]
  • Gardenia sherbourniae Hook. [valid]
  • Amaralia calycina (G.Don) K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Sherbournia calycina (also called 'Calycine 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 calycina 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 calycina 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sherbournia calycina 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 calycina

Sherbournia calycina is native to Central and South America. It is a small, shrubby palm that grows in humid, tropical forests.

Sherbournia calycina FAQ

What is the common name of Sherbournia calycina?

Calycina Sherbournia

What is the scientific name of Sherbournia calycina?

Sherbournia calycina

What is the natural habitat of Sherbournia calycina?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-190950: Based on the initial data import
Henri Hua (1861-1919): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hua' in the authors string.