Status:
valid
Authors:
Leonard
Source:
tro
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 31: 55 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245554
Common Names
- Sanchezia Putumayensis
- Putumayo Sanchezia
- Putumayo Goldenbush
Description
Sanchezia putumayensis (also called Putumayo Sanchezia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to South America, and is found in humid forests and disturbed areas. It has white or pink flowers and small, round, green fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Sanchezia putumayensis is used as an ornamental plant, and its leaves are used as a natural dye. It is also used as a medicinal plant, and its leaves are used to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sanchezia putumayensis has small, yellow flowers with purple veins. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sanchezia putumayensis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Propagation is usually done by seeds or cuttings.
Where to Find Sanchezia putumayensis
Sanchezia putumayensis is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests and cloud forests.
Sanchezia putumayensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sanchezia putumayensis?
Sanchezia putumayensis
What is the common name of Sanchezia putumayensis?
Putumayo Sanchezia
What is the natural habitat of Sanchezia putumayensis?
Tropical forests
Species in the Sanchezia genus
Sanchezia parvibracteata,
Sanchezia fosteri,
Sanchezia siraensis,
Sanchezia coleifolia,
Sanchezia filamentosa,
Sanchezia klugii,
Sanchezia loranthifolia,
Sanchezia ovata,
Sanchezia pedicellata,
Sanchezia pulchra,
Sanchezia rhodochroa,
Sanchezia sanmartinensis,
Sanchezia sylvestris,
Sanchezia tigrina,
Sanchezia williamsii,
Sanchezia woytkowskii,
Sanchezia aurantiaca,
Sanchezia aurea,
Sanchezia coccinea,
Sanchezia conferta,
Sanchezia dasia,
Sanchezia ferreyrae,
Sanchezia killipii,
Sanchezia lasia,
Sanchezia lispa,
Sanchezia oblonga,
Sanchezia punicea,
Sanchezia rosea,
Sanchezia rubriflora,
Sanchezia scandens,
Sanchezia sprucei,
Sanchezia tarapotensis,
Sanchezia villosa,
Sanchezia xantha,
Sanchezia longiflora,
Sanchezia sericea,
Sanchezia ecuadorensis,
Sanchezia lampra,
Sanchezia parviflora,
Sanchezia macrocnemis,
Sanchezia wurdackii,
Sanchezia putumayensis,
Sanchezia munita,
Sanchezia thinophila,
Species in the Acanthaceae family
Acanthopale macrocarpa,
Acanthopale confertiflora,
Acanthopale decempedalis,
Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,