Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
linearifolia
ID:
506292

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.St.-Hil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 11: 106 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505624

Common Names

  • Sauvagesia linearifolia
  • Linear-leaved Sauvagesia
  • Linear-leaved Olive

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Synonyms

  • Sauvagesia pusilla Mart. [unknown]
  • Sauvagesia linearifolia linearifolia [unknown]

Description

Sauvagesia linearifolia (also called Linear-leaved Sauvagesia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Olacaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India and Sri Lanka to China, Japan, and Indonesia. It is a small shrub, growing in open forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sauvagesia linearifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Sauvagesia linearifolia sub. venezuelensis Maguire & Wurdack

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sauvagesia linearifolia has white, bell-shaped flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sauvagesia linearifolia is a shrub native to tropical Africa. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix, such as a combination of peat moss, perlite, and sand. It should be kept in a bright, sunny location and watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Sauvagesia linearifolia

Sauvagesia linearifolia is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Guyana and Brazil.

Sauvagesia linearifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sauvagesia linearifolia?

Sauvagesia linearifolia

What is the natural habitat of Sauvagesia linearifolia?

Tropical rainforests

What are the common names of Sauvagesia linearifolia?

Linear-leaved Sauvagesia, Linear-leaved Sauvagesia Vine

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

References