Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
glabrata
ID:
1273364

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mart.

Source:
tro

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. Pl. Bras. 2: 127 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001272702



Common Names

  • Glabrata Spigelia
  • Glabrata's Spigelia
  • Glabrata Spigelia Tree


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Description

Spigelia glabrata (also called Spigelia glabrata, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Loganiaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in rocky areas and open forests. It is a perennial herb with ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Spigelia glabrata is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and fodder.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Spigelia glabrata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Spigelia glabrata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Spigelia glabrata

Spigelia glabrata can be found in the tropical regions of South America, including parts of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Spigelia glabrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Spigelia glabrata?

Spigelia glabrata

What type of plant is Spigelia glabrata?

Spigelia glabrata is a species of flowering plant in the family Loganiaceae.

Where is Spigelia glabrata found?

Spigelia glabrata is found in Brazil.

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,