Anaxagorea silvatica - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
silvatica
ID:
534153
Status:
valid
Authors:
R.E.Fr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Berg. 12: 10 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000533485
Common Names
- Silvatic Anaxagorea
- Anaxagorea silvatica
- Silvatic Anaxagorea Tree
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Anaxagorea silvatica (also called 'forest anaxagorea', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It grows in woodlands and grasslands, and is characterized by its dense inflorescences and its white, yellow, or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Anaxagorea silvatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anaxagorea silvatica has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Anaxagorea silvatica is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows up to 8 feet tall and wide. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Anaxagorea silvatica
Anaxagorea silvatica can be found in tropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Anaxagorea silvatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anaxagorea silvatica?
Anaxagorea silvatica
Where does Anaxagorea silvatica grow?
Anaxagorea silvatica grows in North America, Europe, and Asia
What is the preferred habitat of Anaxagorea silvatica?
Anaxagorea silvatica prefers moist, shady areas
Species in the Anaxagorea genus
Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes, Anaxagorea crassipetala, Anaxagorea dolichocarpa, Anaxagorea floribunda, Anaxagorea gigantophylla, Anaxagorea guatemalensis, Anaxagorea inundata, Anaxagorea javanica, Anaxagorea luzonensis, Anaxagorea macrantha, Anaxagorea manausensis, Anaxagorea pachypetala, Anaxagorea panamensis, Anaxagorea petiolata, Anaxagorea phaeocarpa, Anaxagorea prinoides, Anaxagorea rheophytica, Anaxagorea rufa, Anaxagorea silvatica,
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,
References
Robert Elias Fries (1876-1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Fr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:12521-2: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.