Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saccopetaloides
ID:
1334091

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.T.Wang) X.Guo & R.M.K.Saunders

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 52: 10 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346545



Common Names

  • Wangia saccopetaloides
  • Saccopetaloides Wangia
  • Saccopetaloides' Wangia


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Description

Wangia saccopetaloides (also called Saccopetalous Wangia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in tropical Africa. It grows in moist, shady areas in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Wangia saccopetaloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural air freshener in homes. It is also used to make herbal teas and medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Wangia saccopetaloides is a small, white or yellowish-white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard, and oblong-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wangia saccopetaloides is a terrestrial orchid species native to South Africa. It is best cultivated in a well-drained, humus-rich soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the mature clumps or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a well-drained, humus-rich soil and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Wangia saccopetaloides

Wangia saccopetaloides can be found in the Canary Islands, in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

Wangia saccopetaloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wangia saccopetaloides?

Wangia saccopetaloides

Where is Wangia saccopetaloides found?

Wangia saccopetaloides is found in South Africa.

What is the flowering season of Wangia saccopetaloides?

Wangia saccopetaloides typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Wangia genus

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

Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Richard M. K. Saunders (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.K.Saunders' in the authors string.
Xing Guo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.Guo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77157684-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.