Sanango racemosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
racemosum
ID:
439813
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ruiz & Pav.) Barringer
Source:
cmp
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 59(5): 363. 1986
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439145
Common Names
- Sanango Racemosum
- Racemose Sanango
- Racemose Sanango
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- Sanango durum G.S.Bunting & J.A.Duke [unknown]
Description
Sanango racemosum (also called Sanango, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 3 meters. It has oblong leaves and white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sanango racemosum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is known to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sanango racemosum is a small, white bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Sanango racemosum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Sanango racemosum
Sanango racemosum is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Sanango racemosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sanango racemosum?
Sanango racemosum
Where is Sanango racemosum native to?
Central and South America
What type of plant is Sanango racemosum?
Tropical shrub
Species in the Sanango genus
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2486235: Based on the initial data import
Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
Kerry A. Barringer (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barringer' in the authors string.