Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
racemosa
ID:
300669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Recueil Observ. Bot. 1: 54 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300001

Common Names

  • Sagotia racemosa
  • Racemosa Sagotia
  • Racemose Sagotia

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Synonyms

  • Sagotia racemosa ligularis Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sagotia racemosa macrocarpa Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sagotia racemosa microsepala Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Sagotia tafelbergii Croizat [unknown]
  • Dasynema surinamensis Endl. ex K.Schum. [unknown]

Description

Sagotia racemosa (also called Racemose 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 racemosa 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 racemosa 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 racemosa 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 racemosa

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

Sagotia racemosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sagotia racemosa?

Sagotia racemosa

What are the common names of Sagotia racemosa?

Racemose Sagotia

What is the natural habitat of Sagotia racemosa?

Sagotia racemosa 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