Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
dressleri
ID:
525137

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Andersson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 4: 22 (1984)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524469



Common Names

  • Sanblasia dressleri
  • Dressler's Sanblasia
  • Dressler's Tree
  • Dressler's Leaf Tree


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Description

Sanblasia dressleri (also called Dressler's Sanblasia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in dry forests, scrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sanblasia dressleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as an ingredient in herbal teas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Sanblasia dressleri are white, with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with white, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sanblasia dressleri is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and is drought tolerant. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Sanblasia dressleri

Sanblasia dressleri can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America.

Sanblasia dressleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sanblasia dressleri?

Sanblasia dressleri

What is the common name of Sanblasia dressleri?

Dressler's Sanblasia

What is the natural habitat of Sanblasia dressleri?

It is native to Central America

Species in the Sanblasia genus

Species in the Marantaceae family

Afrocalathea rhizantha, Calathea anderssonii, Calathea annae, Calathea anulque, Calathea argyrophylla, Calathea arrabidae, Calathea asplundii, Calathea bachemiana, Calathea brenesii, Calathea caesariata, Calathea cannoides, Calathea casupito, Calathea chimboracensis, Calathea congesta, Calathea crotalifera, Calathea dicephala, Calathea eburnea, Calathea erythrolepis, Calathea fatimae, Calathea glaziovii, Calathea grandifolia, Calathea grazielae, Calathea guzmanioides, Calathea hagbergii, Calathea harlingii, Calathea inocephala, Calathea ischnosiphonoides, Calathea koernickeana, Calathea lancifolia, Calathea lanicaulis, Calathea lasiostachya, Calathea lateralis, Calathea latrinotecta, Calathea littoralis, Calathea lutea, Calathea majestica, Calathea makoyana, Calathea marantina, Calathea mediopicta, Calathea metallica, Calathea micans, Calathea nitens, Calathea orbifolia, Calathea ornata, Calathea panamensis, Calathea pavonina, Calathea platystachya, Calathea pluriplicata, Calathea plurispicata, Calathea propinqua,

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