Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 264 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273911
Common Names
- Scabrifolia Weberbauera
- Weberbauera scabrifolia
- Weberbauera
Description
Weberbauera scabrifolia (also called scabrous Weberbauera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, cloud forests, and montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Weberbauera scabrifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Weberbauera scabrifolia has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Weberbauera scabrifolia is a shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is drought tolerant once established.
Where to Find Weberbauera scabrifolia
Weberbauera scabrifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Weberbauera scabrifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Weberbauera scabrifolia?
Weberbauera scabrifolia
What is the common name of Weberbauera scabrifolia?
Scabrous Weberbauera
Where is Weberbauera scabrifolia native to?
South America
Species in the Weberbauera genus
Weberbauera stenophylla,
Weberbauera chillanensis,
Weberbauera colchaguensis,
Weberbauera arequipa,
Weberbauera mendocina,
Weberbauera spathulifolia,
Weberbauera bracteata,
Weberbauera trichocarpa,
Weberbauera minutipila,
Weberbauera smithii,
Weberbauera herzogii,
Weberbauera perforata,
Weberbauera densifolia,
Weberbauera imbricatifolia,
Weberbauera cymosa,
Weberbauera retropila,
Weberbauera lagunae,
Weberbauera suffruticosa,
Weberbauera dillonii,
Weberbauera peruviana,
Weberbauera scabrifolia,
Weberbauera violacea,
Weberbauera rosulans,
Weberbauera ayacuchoensis,
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,