Scaevola taccada (Gaertn.) Roxb.
| Etymology | Genus | Left-handed, referring to the asymmetrical flower |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Local name for the species | |
| Family | Goodeniaceae | |
| Synonyms | Lobelia taccada Gaertn., Scaevola sericea var. taccada (Gaertn.) Makino | |
| Common Names | Sea Lettuce, Beach Cabbage, Beach Naupaka | |
| Status | Native: Least Concern | |
| Form | Shrub | |
| Native Distribution | East Africa, China, Japan, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Malesia, Australia, Pacific Islands | |
Diagnostics:
Scaevola taccada is a common beach forest shrub that is bushy and often grows closely in dense thickets. The leaves are large and obovate with a spiral arrangement. The white, small flowers are fan-shaped.
An individual growing on a sandy beach in Changi.
Flower.
Fruits.
Seeds.
Author: Siyang
Posted: 2025-09-13 / Modified: 2025-09-20
Posted: 2025-09-13 / Modified: 2025-09-20
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