Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sessiliflora
ID:
305838

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Willd.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 4: 771 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305170



Common Names

  • Savia Sessiliflora
  • Sessile-flowered Savia
  • Sessiliflora Savia


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Synonyms

  • Phyllanthus laurifolius A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus pubigerus A.Rich. [unknown]
  • Croton sessiliflorus Sw. [unknown]
  • Phyllanthus pubiger A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Savia sessiliflora (also called 'Sessile-flowered Savia', among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, swamps, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Savia sessiliflora is used as a traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Savia sessiliflora has small, yellow-green flowers with a white center. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Savia sessiliflora is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division, cuttings, or seed. Division should be done in early spring or fall. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer. Seeds should be sown in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Savia sessiliflora

Savia sessiliflora is native to Central and South America.

Savia sessiliflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Savia sessiliflora?

Savia sessiliflora

What type of plant is Savia sessiliflora?

It is a species of tree

Where is Savia sessiliflora found?

It is found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China

Species in the Savia genus

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-186563: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.