Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Icacinales
Species:
paniculata
ID:
499393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
cmp

Year:
1897

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mens. Soc. Linn. Paris 2: 1319 (1897)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000498725

Common Names

  • Panicled Sarcostigma
  • Panicled Sarcostigmy
  • Panicled Sarcostigmy

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Synonyms

  • Sarcostigma surigaoense Elmer ex Merr. [unknown]
  • Sarcostigma angustifolia Pierre [unknown]
  • Sarcostigma philippinense Merr. [unknown]
  • Sarcostigma paniculata angustifolia (Pierre) Gagnep. [unknown]

Description

Sarcostigma paniculata (also called Panicled sarcostigma, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to tropical Africa. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a single stem with a terminal flower head. The leaves are ovate to lanceolate and the flowers are yellow. It grows in moist meadows, open woods, and along streams and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Sarcostigma paniculata is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a source of food for birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sarcostigma paniculata has yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sarcostigma paniculata is a perennial herb that is native to tropical Africa. It prefers full sun or partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division.

Where to Find Sarcostigma paniculata

Sarcostigma paniculata is native to India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and riverbanks.

Sarcostigma paniculata FAQ

What is the common name of Sarcostigma paniculata?

Paniculate Daisy

What is the scientific name of Paniculate Daisy?

Sarcostigma paniculata

What is the growth habit of Paniculate Daisy?

It is an evergreen perennial that grows in a clump with a height of up to 30 cm (12 in).

Species in the Sarcostigma genus

Species in the Icacinaceae family

Alsodeiopsis chippii, Alsodeiopsis mannii, Alsodeiopsis poggei, Alsodeiopsis rowlandii, Alsodeiopsis schumannii, Alsodeiopsis staudtii, Alsodeiopsis tessmannii, Alsodeiopsis zenkeri, Calatola costaricensis, Calatola laevigata, Calatola mollis, Calatola pastazana, Calatola uxpanapensis, Calatola microcarpa, Casimirella ampla, Casimirella beckii, Casimirella crispula, Casimirella diversifolia, Casimirella guaranitica, Casimirella lanata, Casimirella rupestris, Cassinopsis chapelieri, Cassinopsis ciliata, Cassinopsis ilicifolia, Cassinopsis madagascariensis, Cassinopsis tinifolia, Cassinopsis tomentosa, Desmostachys longipes, Desmostachys oblongifolia, Desmostachys planchonianus, Desmostachys tenuifolius, Desmostachys vogelii, Emmotum harleyi, Emmotum acuminatum, Emmotum affine, Emmotum celiae, Emmotum conjunctum, Emmotum fagifolium, Emmotum floribundum, Emmotum fulvum, Emmotum glabrum, Emmotum nitens, Emmotum orbiculatum, Emmotum yapacanum, Emmotum amazonicum, Hosiea japonica, Hosiea sinensis, Icacina claessensii, Icacina guessfeldtii, Icacina mannii,

References