Spigelia caaguazuensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caaguazuensis
ID:
503796
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kraenzl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 14: 293 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503128
Common Names
- Caaguazuensis Spigelia
- Caaguazuensis Swainsona
- Caaguazuensis Pea
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Spigelia caaguazuensis (also called Caaguazuensis Spigelia, among many other common names) is an erect shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Africa, and is found in dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and shrubland. It has grey-green leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Spigelia caaguazuensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Spigelia caaguazuensis is yellow and has five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed with a smooth surface. The seedling is a small, light green plant with a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Spigelia caaguazuensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers and should be watered regularly. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Spigelia caaguazuensis
Spigelia caaguazuensis can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
Spigelia caaguazuensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Spigelia caaguazuensis?
Spigelia caaguazuensis
What type of plant is Spigelia caaguazuensis?
A shrub
Where is Spigelia caaguazuensis found?
It is found in South America
Species in the Spigelia genus
Spigelia paraguayensis, Spigelia palmeri, Spigelia nicotianiflora, Spigelia mexicana, Spigelia polystachya, Spigelia hamelioides, Spigelia guianensis, Spigelia longiflora, Spigelia humboldtiana, Spigelia kleinii, Spigelia anthelmia, Spigelia aenea, Spigelia cremnophila, Spigelia caaguazuensis, Spigelia cipoensis, Spigelia chocoensis, Spigelia colimensis, Spigelia megapotamica, Spigelia queretarensis, Spigelia amazonica, Spigelia schultesii, Spigelia genuflexa, Spigelia alabamensis, Spigelia aceifolia, Spigelia amplexicaulis, Spigelia beccabungoides, Spigelia carnosa, Spigelia cascatensis, Spigelia catarinensis, Spigelia heliotropoides, Spigelia herzogiana, Spigelia paraguariensis, Spigelia persicarioides, Spigelia pygmaea, Spigelia ramosa, Spigelia reitzii, Spigelia riedeliana, Spigelia rojasiana, Spigelia tetraptera, Spigelia valenzuelae, Spigelia vestita, Spigelia flemmingiana, Spigelia hedyotidea, Spigelia macrophylla, Spigelia martiana, Spigelia pedunculata, Spigelia pusilla, Spigelia scabrella, Spigelia sellowiana, Spigelia spartioides,
Species in the Loganiaceae family
Antonia ovata, Bonyunia antoniifolia, Bonyunia aquatica, Bonyunia minor, Bonyunia superba, Bonyunia venusta, Bonyunia spectabilis, Bonyunia excelsa, Bonyunia magnifica, Bonyunia nobilis, Bonyunia pulchra, Gardneria angustifolia, Gardneria lanceolata, Gardneria multiflora, Gardneria nutans, Gardneria ovata, Geniostoma angustifolium, Geniostoma antherotrichum, Geniostoma balansanum, Geniostoma biseriale, Geniostoma borbonicum, Geniostoma calcicola, Geniostoma celastrineum, Geniostoma clavatum, Geniostoma cyrtandrae, Geniostoma densiflora, Geniostoma erythrosperma, Geniostoma fagraeoides, Geniostoma gagnae, Geniostoma glaucescens, Geniostoma grandifolium, Geniostoma huttonii, Geniostoma leenhoutsii, Geniostoma macrophyllum, Geniostoma mooreanum, Geniostoma novae-caledoniae, Geniostoma pedunculatum, Geniostoma petiolosum, Geniostoma randianum, Geniostoma rapense, Geniostoma rarotongensis, Geniostoma remyana, Geniostoma rupestre, Geniostoma stipulare, Geniostoma sykesii, Geniostoma trichostylum, Geniostoma umbellatum, Geniostoma vestitum, Geniostoma weinlandii, Geniostoma imbricatum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2598679: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Ludwig Kraenzlin (1847-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kraenzl.' in the authors string.