Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
saccata
ID:
425181

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stafleu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1948

Citation Micro:
Meded. Bot. Mus. Herb. Rijks Univ. Utrecht 95: 508 (1948)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000424513

Common Names

  • Viscum subracemosum
  • Subracemosum Viscum
  • Viscum

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Synonyms

  • Vochysia inundata venosa Ducke [unknown]

Description

Vochysia saccata (also called Saccate vochysia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to tropical Central and South America. It has a spreading habit and grows to a height of 10-20 m. Its leaves are oblong and its flowers are yellow. It grows in moist, open areas, such as meadows, grasslands, and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Vochysia saccata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make herbal teas and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vochysia saccata has small, yellowish-green flowers, each with three petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vochysia saccata is a semi-evergreen, perennial tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to Central and South America and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Vochysia saccata

Vochysia saccata can be found in tropical and subtropical areas of Central and South America.

Vochysia saccata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vochysia saccata?

Vochysia saccata

What is the family of Vochysia saccata?

Vochysiaceae

What is the native range of Vochysia saccata?

Madagascar

Species in the Vochysia genus

Vochysia pacifica, Vochysia saccata, Vochysia penae, Vochysia pauciflora, Vochysia calophylla, Vochysia tucanorum, Vochysia tomentosa, Vochysia splendens, Vochysia rotundifolia, Vochysia vismiifolia, Vochysia jonkeri, Vochysia megalantha, Vochysia martiana, Vochysia mariziana, Vochysia mapuerae, Vochysia magna, Vochysia lopezpalacioi, Vochysia liscanoi, Vochysia lehmannii, Vochysia ledouxii, Vochysia laxiflora, Vochysia venezuelana, Vochysia tillettii, Vochysia surinamensis, Vochysia meridensis, Vochysia jefensis, Vochysia spathiphylla, Vochysia pachyantha, Vochysia ortegae, Vochysia steyermarkiana, Vochysia julianensis, Vochysia catingae, Vochysia cassiquiarensis, Vochysia columbiensis, Vochysia aurantiaca, Vochysia assua, Vochysia artantha, Vochysia apopetala, Vochysia angustifolia, Vochysia allenii, Vochysia pygmaea, Vochysia bautistae, Vochysia hannekesaskiae, Vochysia gigantea, Vochysia gentryi, Vochysia garcia-barrigae, Vochysia expansa, Vochysia elegans, Vochysia duquei, Vochysia rubiginosa,

Species in the Vochysiaceae family

Callisthene dryadum, Callisthene erythroclada, Callisthene fasciculata, Callisthene inundata, Callisthene major, Callisthene microphylla, Callisthene minor, Callisthene mollissima, Erisma arietinum, Erisma bicolor, Erisma blancoa, Erisma bracteosum, Erisma calcaratum, Erisma costatum, Erisma djalma-batistae, Erisma floribundum, Erisma fuscum, Erisma gracile, Erisma japura, Erisma lanceolatum, Erisma laurifolium, Erisma maliforme, Erisma megalophyllum, Erisma micranthum, Erisma nitidum, Erisma niveum, Erisma silvae, Erisma splendens, Erisma tessmannii, Erisma uncinatum, Erisma panamense, Erismadelphus exsul, Erismadelphus sessilis, Korupodendron songweanum, Qualea marioniae, Qualea johannabakkerae, Qualea acuminata, Qualea amapaensis, Qualea amoena, Qualea brasiliana, Qualea brevipedicellata, Qualea calantha, Qualea calophylla, Qualea clavata, Qualea coerulea, Qualea cordata, Qualea cryptantha, Qualea cyanea, Qualea cymulosa, Qualea decorticans,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2460994: Based on the initial data import
Frans Stafleu (1921-1997): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stafleu' in the authors string.