Status:
valid
Authors:
A.St.-Hil.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Mém. Mus. Hist. Nat. 11: 101 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505680
Common Names
- Sauvagesia rubiginosa
- Rusty Reedgrass
- Reedgrass
Synonyms
- Sauvagesia surinamensis Miq. [unknown]
- Sauvagesia erecta rubiginosa (A.St.-Hil.) Eichler in Mart. [unknown]
Description
Sauvagesia rubiginosa (also called 'Rusty Sauvagesia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Malvaceae family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, and is found in dry, disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sauvagesia rubiginosa is an ornamental plant that is often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sauvagesia rubiginosa is small and white with four petals. The seed is small and dark brown. The seedlings are thin and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sauvagesia rubiginosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature plants and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light for best results.
Where to Find Sauvagesia rubiginosa
Sauvagesia rubiginosa is found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Guyana and Brazil.
Sauvagesia rubiginosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sauvagesia rubiginosa?
Sauvagesia rubiginosa
What is the common name of Sauvagesia rubiginosa?
Sauvagesia
What is the natural habitat of Sauvagesia rubiginosa?
Tropical rainforests
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