Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Genus:
Species:
angelorum
ID:
433324

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.Watson) Greene

Source:
cmp

Year:
1896

Citation Micro:
Pittonia 3: 11 (1896)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000432656



Common Names

  • Sibara angelorum
  • Angel's Sibara
  • Sibara


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Synonyms

  • Sibara pectinata (Greene) Greene [unknown]
  • Arabis pectinata Greene [unknown]
  • Cardamine angelorum S.Watson [unknown]

Description

Sibara angelorum (also called Angel's Sibara, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is typically found in tropical rainforests. It has long, narrow leaves with a white center and green edges.

Uses & Benefits

Sibara angelorum is an ornamental plant used to add color and texture to gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments. The leaves of the plant can be used to make a tea that is said to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sibara angelorum is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sibara angelorum is a species of flowering plant in the mustard family, native to Mexico. It can be propagated by seed or division of the offsets. The plant should be grown in a sunny position in well-draining soil. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Sibara angelorum

Sibara angelorum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Sibara angelorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sibara angelorum?

Sibara angelorum

What is the common name of Sibara angelorum?

Angel's Sibara

What type of plant is Sibara angelorum?

Tropical epiphyte

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2476419: Based on the initial data import
Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
Sereno Watson (1826-1892): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Watson' in the authors string.