Status:
valid
Authors:
J.J.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 18 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000299590
Common Names
- Saccolabiopsis selebica
- Selebic Saccolabiopsis
- Selebica Saccolabiopsis
Description
Saccolabiopsis selebica (also called Selebica, among many other common names) is a small shrub with white flowers and glossy green leaves. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and prefers moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Saccolabiopsis selebica is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saccolabiopsis selebica has small white flowers with yellowish-green centers. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round. The seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saccolabiopsis selebica is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be pruned to keep it in shape.
Where to Find Saccolabiopsis selebica
Saccolabiopsis selebica is native to the tropical forests of South America.
Saccolabiopsis selebica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saccolabiopsis selebica?
Saccolabiopsis selebica
What is the family of Saccolabiopsis selebica?
Asteraceae
What is the common name of Saccolabiopsis selebica?
Selebic Saccolabiopsis
Species in the Saccolabiopsis genus
Saccolabiopsis alata,
Saccolabiopsis armitii,
Saccolabiopsis bakhuizenii,
Saccolabiopsis gillespiei,
Saccolabiopsis microphyton,
Saccolabiopsis pallida,
Saccolabiopsis papuana,
Saccolabiopsis pumila,
Saccolabiopsis pusilla,
Saccolabiopsis rara,
Saccolabiopsis rectifolia,
Saccolabiopsis selebica,
Saccolabiopsis tenella,
Saccolabiopsis viridiflora,
Saccolabiopsis taiwaniana,
Saccolabiopsis arnitii,
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,