Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
salesiana
ID:
309316

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dressler

Source:
wcs

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Orquideologia 3(2): 3 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000308648



Common Names

  • Scuticaria salesiana
  • Salesiana Skullcap
  • Salesiana Hedge Skullcap


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Description

Scuticaria salesiana (also called Sales' 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, blue flowers with four petals.

Uses & Benefits

Scuticaria salesiana 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 salesiana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Scuticaria salesiana 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 salesiana

Scuticaria salesiana is native to the Cerrado region of Brazil and can be found in the wild in the mountainous regions of the region.

Scuticaria salesiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scuticaria salesiana?

Scuticaria salesiana

What is the natural habitat of Scuticaria salesiana?

Tropical rainforests

What is the flower color of Scuticaria salesiana?

White

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,

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