Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
brachysepala
ID:
300667

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Müll.Arg.) Secco

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Acta Amazonica , Supl. 15: 82, 85 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299999

Common Names

  • Sagotia brachysepala
  • Brachysepala Sagotia
  • Short-Sepal Sagotia

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Synonyms

  • Sagotia racemosa brachysepala Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Sagotia brachysepala (also called Short-sepaled Sagotia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sagotia brachysepala has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach aches. It is also used as a dye for fabrics and as a food coloring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sagotia brachysepala has white, star-shaped flowers with four petals and yellow centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sagotia brachysepala is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Sagotia brachysepala

Sagotia brachysepala is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sagotia brachysepala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sagotia brachysepala?

Sagotia brachysepala

What are the common names of Sagotia brachysepala?

Short-sepal Sagotia

What is the natural habitat of Sagotia brachysepala?

Sagotia brachysepala is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests of Central and South America

Species in the Sagotia genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181704: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Müller Argoviensis (1828-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Müll.Arg.' in the authors string.
Ricardo de Sousa Secco (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Secco' in the authors string.