Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
sigun
ID:
1282239

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
tro

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. [Engler & Prantl] iii. 6 (1890) 5.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281577



Common Names

  • Sloanea sigun
  • Sloanea sigun
  • Sloanea sigun


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Description

Sloanea sigun (also called Sigun sloanea, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial shrub native to the southeastern United States. It has small, white flowers and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sloanea sigun is used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, cough, and asthma. It is also used as a dietary supplement to boost the immune system and improve digestion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Sloanea sigun flower is a small yellow flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sloanea sigun is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial tree native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Sloanea sigun

Sloanea sigun can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Sloanea sigun FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sloanea sigun?

Sloanea sigun

What type of plant is Sloanea sigun?

Sloanea sigun is a type of tree

What is the natural habitat of Sloanea sigun?

Sloanea sigun is native to tropical regions of South America

Species in the Sloanea genus

Sloanea macrophylla, Sloanea magnifolia, Sloanea malayana, Sloanea micrantha, Sloanea medusula, Sloanea megacarpa, Sloanea meianthera, Sloanea merevariensis, Sloanea latifolia, Sloanea laurifolia, Sloanea macbrydei, Sloanea lepida, Sloanea loquitoi, Sloanea longipes, Sloanea ledermannii, Sloanea papuana, Sloanea pacuritana, Sloanea obtusifolia, Sloanea paradisearum, Sloanea parkinsonii, Sloanea montana, Sloanea nymanii, Sloanea langii, Sloanea faginea, Sloanea fendleriana, Sloanea floribunda, Sloanea fragrans, Sloanea garcia-cossioi, Sloanea garckeana, Sloanea lasiocarpa, Sloanea forbesii, Sloanea davidsei, Sloanea durissima, Sloanea eichleri, Sloanea grandiflora, Sloanea glabra, Sloanea koghiensis, Sloanea kuhlmannii, Sloanea laevigata, Sloanea lamii, Sloanea lanceolata, Sloanea javanica, Sloanea haplopoda, Sloanea granulosa, Sloanea grossa, Sloanea guianensis, Sloanea gymnocarpa, Sloanea insularis, Sloanea parvifructa, Sloanea velutina,

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

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