Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Nozawa
Source:
ksu
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Anales Jard. Bot. Madrid 67: 197 (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749340
Common Names
- Cryptothallis Sauvagesia
- Cryptothallis Bush Sauvagesia
- Cryptothallis Sauvagesia Bush
Description
Sauvagesia cryptothallis (also called Cryptothallis Sauvagesia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 meters tall. It is native to Madagascar and is found in tropical forests. It has large, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Sauvagesia cryptothallis is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sauvagesia cryptothallis has small white flowers with yellow centers that are held in clusters of up to five. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sauvagesia cryptothallis can be propagated by seed or division. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Sauvagesia cryptothallis
Sauvagesia cryptothallis is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and western parts of the island.
Sauvagesia cryptothallis FAQ
What is the common name of Sauvagesia cryptothallis?
Cryptothallis Sauvagesia
What is the natural habitat of Sauvagesia cryptothallis?
It is found in moist, shady places in lowland forests of Peninsular Malaysia.
What are the uses of Sauvagesia cryptothallis?
The leaves of Sauvagesia cryptothallis are used in traditional medicine to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.
Species in the Sauvagesia genus
Sauvagesia imthurniana,
Sauvagesia guianensis,
Sauvagesia fruticosa,
Sauvagesia longipes,
Sauvagesia oliveirae,
Sauvagesia nitida,
Sauvagesia longifolia,
Sauvagesia linearifolia,
Sauvagesia lanceolata,
Sauvagesia angustifolia,
Sauvagesia amoena,
Sauvagesia falcisepala,
Sauvagesia africana,
Sauvagesia calophylla,
Sauvagesia aliciae,
Sauvagesia erioclada,
Sauvagesia ericoides,
Sauvagesia erecta,
Sauvagesia elata,
Sauvagesia deflexifolia,
Sauvagesia pulchella,
Sauvagesia sprengelii,
Sauvagesia semicylindrifolia,
Sauvagesia rubiginosa,
Sauvagesia roraimensis,
Sauvagesia ribeiroi,
Sauvagesia ramosissima,
Sauvagesia ramosa,
Sauvagesia racemosa,
Sauvagesia tenella,
Sauvagesia nudicaulis,
Sauvagesia paniculata,
Sauvagesia cryptothallis,
Sauvagesia lagevianae,
Sauvagesia insignis,
Sauvagesia paucielata,
Sauvagesia brevipetala,
Sauvagesia tafelbergensis,
Sauvagesia capillaris,
Sauvagesia deficiens,
Sauvagesia elegantissima,
Sauvagesia glandulosa,
Sauvagesia serrata,
Sauvagesia vellozii,
Sauvagesia laciniata,
Sauvagesia rhodoleuca,
Sauvagesia paganuccii,
Sauvagesia setulosa,
Sauvagesia spicata,
Sauvagesia insolita,
Species in the Ochnaceae family