Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Species:
paniculata
ID:
745295

Status:
valid

Authors:
D.B.O.S.Cardoso & A.A.Conc.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 60: 306 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744628

Common Names

  • Paniculata Sauvagesia
  • Sauvagesia Paniculata
  • Paniculata Sauvagesia

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Description

Sauvagesia paniculata (also called Panicled Sauvagesia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Bangladesh. It has small, oval leaves and produces clusters of white, star-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sauvagesia paniculata is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sauvagesia paniculata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sauvagesia paniculata is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Sauvagesia paniculata

Sauvagesia paniculata is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Sauvagesia paniculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sauvagesia paniculata?

Sauvagesia paniculata

What type of plant is Sauvagesia paniculata?

Herb

Where is Sauvagesia paniculata native to?

South Africa

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

Abel Augusto Conceição: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.A.Conc.' in the authors string.
Domingos Benício Oliveira Silva Cardoso: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.B.O.S.Cardoso' in the authors string.