Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fragrans
ID:
311828

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rusby) Steyerm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 23: 308 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000311160

Common Names

  • Simira fragrans
  • Fragrant Simira
  • Fragrans Simira

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Synonyms

  • Sickingia fragrans (Rusby) Standl. [valid]
  • Flexanthera fragrans Rusby [valid]

Description

Simira fragrans (also called Simira, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 meters in height. It is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, and is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Simira fragrans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Simira fragrans has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Simira fragrans is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 6 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Simira fragrans

Simira fragrans is native to Colombia and can be found in dry forests and scrublands.

Simira fragrans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Simira fragrans?

Simira fragrans

What is the common name of Simira fragrans?

Fragrans

What is the natural habitat of Simira fragrans?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf 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-192312: Based on the initial data import
Henry Hurd Rusby (1855-1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rusby' in the authors string.
Julian Alfred Steyermark (1909-1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steyerm.' in the authors string.