Sabicea sanguinosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(N.Hallé) Razafim., B.Bremer, Liede & Saleh A.Khan
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Taxon 57: 20 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000836945
Common Names
- Sabicea sanguinosa
- Bloody Sabicea
- Bloody Wood-sorrel
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sabicea sanguinosa (also called Sanguineous Sabicea, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to Ecuador. It grows in montane forests at elevations of 1,500-2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Sabicea sanguinosa is an ornamental plant, used in gardens and parks to add color and beauty. It is also used in traditional medicine, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Sabicea sanguinosa sub. viridis O.Lachenaud, Zemagho & SonkéSabicea sanguinosa sub. sanguinosa
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sabicea sanguinosa is a red color with a tubular shape. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sabicea sanguinosa is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought but will need regular watering during dry spells. Deadheading spent flowers will encourage more blooms.
Where to Find Sabicea sanguinosa
Sabicea sanguinosa can be found in the tropical regions of South America, particularly in Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.
Species in the Sabicea genus
Sabicea acuminata, Sabicea amazonensis, Sabicea amomi, Sabicea angustifolia, Sabicea arborea, Sabicea aristeguietae, Sabicea aspera, Sabicea asperula, Sabicea bariensis, Sabicea batesii, Sabicea bequaertii, Sabicea bigerrica, Sabicea boliviensis, Sabicea brachiata, Sabicea brachycalyx, Sabicea bracteolata, Sabicea brasiliensis, Sabicea brevipes, Sabicea burchellii, Sabicea calophylla, Sabicea calycina, Sabicea cameroonensis, Sabicea caminata, Sabicea camporum, Sabicea cana, Sabicea capitellata, Sabicea carbunica, Sabicea cauliflora, Sabicea cinerea, Sabicea composita, Sabicea congensis, Sabicea cordata, Sabicea cruciata, Sabicea cuneata, Sabicea dewevrei, Sabicea dewildemaniana, Sabicea dinklagei, Sabicea discolor, Sabicea diversifolia, Sabicea dubia, Sabicea duparquetiana, Sabicea entebbensis, Sabicea erecta, Sabicea exellii, Sabicea ferruginea, Sabicea flagenioides, Sabicea floribunda, Sabicea fulva, Sabicea fulvovenosa, Sabicea gabonica,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374255: Based on the initial data import
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.
Birgitta Bremer (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Bremer' in the authors string.
Sylvain G. Razafimandimbison: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Razafim.' in the authors string.
Sigrid Liede (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liede' in the authors string.
Saleh A. Khan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saleh A.Khan' in the authors string.