Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
sagittata
ID:
1239277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miers

Source:
tro

Year:
1851

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mag. Nat. Hist. ser. 2, 7(37): 39. 1851 [Jan 1851]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001238615



Common Names

  • Sagittata Parabaena
  • Sagittata Parabaena
  • Parabaena sagittata


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Description

Parabaena sagittata (also called 'Arrow-shaped Parabaena', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open areas. It has glossy, ovate leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Parabaena sagittata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Parabaena sagittata has white flowers with yellow centers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Parabaena sagittata can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few roots and shoots, and then replanted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Parabaena sagittata

Parabaena sagittata can be found in the southeastern United States, from Texas to North Carolina.

Parabaena sagittata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Parabaena sagittata?

Parabaena sagittata

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Asteraceae

Species in the Menispermaceae family

Abuta acutifolia, Abuta antioquiana, Abuta aristeguietae, Abuta barbata, Abuta brevifolia, Abuta bullata, Abuta candollei, Abuta chiapasensis, Abuta chocoensis, Abuta colombiana, Abuta dwyeriana, Abuta fluminum, Abuta grandifolia, Abuta grisebachii, Abuta imene, Abuta longa, Abuta mycetandra, Abuta obovata, Abuta pahni, Abuta panamensis, Abuta panurensis, Abuta platyphylla, Abuta racemosa, Abuta rufescens, Abuta sandwithiana, Abuta seemannii, Abuta selloana, Abuta solimoesensis, Abuta soukupii, Abuta spicata, Abuta steyermarkii, Abuta vaupesensis, Abuta velutina, Albertisia apiculata, Albertisia capituliflora, Albertisia cordifolia, Albertisia crassa, Albertisia cuneata, Albertisia delagoensis, Albertisia exelliana, Albertisia ferruginea, Albertisia glabra, Albertisia laurifolia, Albertisia mangenotii, Albertisia mecistophylla, Albertisia megacarpa, Albertisia papuana, Albertisia porcata, Albertisia puberula, Albertisia scandens,

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