Status:
valid
Authors:
(Phil.) Al-Shehbaz
Source:
cmp
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Harvard Pap. Bot. 15: 141 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745885
Common Names
- Sibara Anethifolia
- Anethifolia Sibara
- Sibara Anethifolia
Description
Sibara anethifolia (also called Anethifolia, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Fabaceae family, native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas and open fields.
Uses & Benefits
Sibara anethifolia has many non-medical uses, including as a food source for wildlife, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of natural dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sibara anethifolia has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sibara anethifolia is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in a variety of soil types.
Where to Find Sibara anethifolia
Sibara anethifolia is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.
Sibara anethifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sibara anethifolia?
Sibara anethifolia
What is the common name of Sibara anethifolia?
Anethifolia
What is the natural habitat of Sibara anethifolia?
Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests
Species in the Sibara genus
Sibara brandegeeana,
Sibara filifolia,
Sibara laxa,
Sibara angelorum,
Sibara deserti,
Sibara anethifolia,
Sibara davidsonii,
Sibara mendocina,
Sibara pinnata,
Sibara tehuelches,
Sibara macrostachya,
Sibara dilloniorum,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,