Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
depauperata
ID:
305899

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baill.) McPherson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat., B, Adansonia 7: 248 (1985 publ. 1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000305231



Common Names

  • Scagea Depauperata
  • Depauperate Scagea
  • Depauperata Scagea


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Synonyms

  • Longetia depauperata Baill. [unknown]
  • Austrobuxus depauperatus (Baill.) Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Scagea depauperata (also called 'Depauperate Scagea', 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

Scagea depauperata is used in traditional medicine as a remedy for fever, headache, and stomach pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its fruits are eaten raw or cooked.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Scagea depauperata 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

Scagea depauperata 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 Scagea depauperata

Scagea depauperata is native to Central and South America.

Scagea depauperata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Scagea depauperata?

Scagea depauperata

What type of plant is Scagea depauperata?

It is a species of shrub

Where is Scagea depauperata found?

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

Species in the Scagea genus

Species in the Picrodendraceae family

Androstachys johnsonii, Aristogeitonia limoniifolia, Aristogeitonia lophirifolia, Aristogeitonia magnistipula, Aristogeitonia monophylla, Aristogeitonia perrieri, Aristogeitonia uapacifolia, Aristogeitonia gabonica, Austrobuxus alticola, Austrobuxus brevipes, Austrobuxus carunculatus, Austrobuxus clusiaceus, Austrobuxus cracens, Austrobuxus cuneatus, Austrobuxus ellipticus, Austrobuxus eugeniifolius, Austrobuxus horneanus, Austrobuxus huerlimannii, Austrobuxus mandjelicus, Austrobuxus megacarpus, Austrobuxus montis-do, Austrobuxus nitidus, Austrobuxus ovalis, Austrobuxus pauciflorus, Austrobuxus petiolaris, Austrobuxus rubiginosus, Austrobuxus swainii, Austrobuxus vieillardii, Austrobuxus dentatus, Austrobuxus celebicus, Choriceras majus, Choriceras tricorne, Dissiliaria baloghioides, Dissiliaria indistincta, Dissiliaria laxinervis, Dissiliaria muelleri, Dissiliaria surculosa, Dissiliaria tuckeri, Hyaenanche globosa, Kairothamnus phyllanthoides, Longetia buxoides, Micrantheum demissum, Micrantheum ericoides, Micrantheum hexandrum, Micrantheum serpentinum, Mischodon zeylanicus, Neoroepera banksii, Neoroepera buxifolia, Oldfieldia africana, Oldfieldia dactylophylla,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-186620: Based on the initial data import
Henri Ernest Baillon (1827-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baill.' in the authors string.
Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.