Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Barros & Cath.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Hoehnea 9: 57 (1981 publ. 1982)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308647
Common Names
- Scuticaria novaesii
- Novaesii Skullcap
- Novaesii Hedge Skullcap
Description
Scuticaria novaesii (also called Novaes' Skullcap, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Brazil and grows in moist shady places, such as forests, hillsides, and valleys. It has a short stem and small, white flowers with four petals.
Uses & Benefits
Scuticaria novaesii is a species of flowering plant that is used for its medicinal properties. It has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, fever, and digestive issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scuticaria novaesii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and dark green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scuticaria novaesii is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated from seed by sowing in spring or early summer. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer. It is best to take cuttings from young, healthy plants.
Where to Find Scuticaria novaesii
Scuticaria novaesii is native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the region.
Scuticaria novaesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scuticaria novaesii?
Scuticaria novaesii
What is the natural habitat of Scuticaria novaesii?
Tropical rainforests
What is the flower color of Scuticaria novaesii?
White
Species in the Scuticaria genus
Scuticaria hadwenii,
Scuticaria irwiniana,
Scuticaria itirapinensis,
Scuticaria kautskyi,
Scuticaria novaesii,
Scuticaria salesiana,
Scuticaria steelii,
Scuticaria strictifolia,
Scuticaria peruviana,
Scuticaria bahiensis,
Scuticaria bueraremensis,
Scuticaria guainiana,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,