Saurauia castaneifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
castaneifolia
ID:
499720
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ridl.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
J. Fed. Malay States Mus. 8(4): 20 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499052
Common Names
- Saurauia castaneifolia
- Castaneifolia Saurauia
- Saurauia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saurauia castaneifolia (also called chestnut-leaved saurauia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It has leathery, dark green leaves with wavy margins and small, yellow flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in the rainforests of Costa Rica, Panama, and Colombia.
Uses & Benefits
Saurauia castaneifolia is a species of flowering plant in the family Actinidiaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a source of fodder for livestock.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saurauia castaneifolia is a yellow-orange color, with four petals and a long, slender tube. The seed is a small, black, oblong seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saurauia castaneifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained, slightly acidic soil and full sun. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and reduce watering during the winter months. Pruning should be done in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Saurauia castaneifolia
Saurauia castaneifolia can be found in tropical regions of South America, such as Brazil, Peru, and Bolivia.
Saurauia castaneifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saurauia castaneifolia?
Saurauia castaneifolia
What is the common name of Saurauia castaneifolia?
Castaneifolia Saurauia
What is the natural habitat of Saurauia castaneifolia?
Tropical and subtropical forests of Southeast Asia
Species in the Saurauia genus
Saurauia warenensis, Saurauia squamifructa, Saurauia subspinosa, Saurauia tafana, Saurauia verheijenii, Saurauia tayabensis, Saurauia trichophora, Saurauia vallium, Saurauia siporensis, Saurauia momiensis, Saurauia occulta, Saurauia oblancilimba, Saurauia nabirensis, Saurauia kajewskii, Saurauia homotricha, Saurauia idenburgensis, Saurauia meridensis, Saurauia javanica, Saurauia knemifolia, Saurauia purgans, Saurauia purpurellifolia, Saurauia obvallatoides, Saurauia schmutzii, Saurauia seibertii, Saurauia simplex, Saurauia raimondiana, Saurauia oroquensis, Saurauia pentapetala, Saurauia pleurotricha, Saurauia plurilocularis, Saurauia poolei, Saurauia dielsiana, Saurauia eburnea, Saurauia excurrens, Saurauia fasciculata, Saurauia fimbriata, Saurauia fragrans, Saurauia fraseri, Saurauia gigantifolia, Saurauia emarginata, Saurauia albiflora, Saurauia capitulata, Saurauia chocoensis, Saurauia collina, Saurauia congestiflora, Saurauia cordata, Saurauia alloplectifolia, Saurauia alpicola, Saurauia angica, Saurauia archboldiana,
Species in the Actinidiaceae family
Actinidia persicina, Actinidia acuminata, Actinidia arguta, Actinidia callosa, Actinidia chengkouensis, Actinidia chinensis, Actinidia chrysantha, Actinidia cylindrica, Actinidia eriantha, Actinidia farinosa, Actinidia fasciculoides, Actinidia fortunati, Actinidia fulvicoma, Actinidia glauco-callosa, Actinidia grandiflora, Actinidia hemsleyana, Actinidia henryi, Actinidia holotricha, Actinidia hubeiensis, Actinidia indochinensis, Actinidia indochinensis, Actinidia jijiangensis, Actinidia kolomikta, Actinidia laevissima, Actinidia lanceolata, Actinidia latifolia, Actinidia liangguangensis, Actinidia lijiangensis, Actinidia linguiensis, Actinidia longicarpa, Actinidia macrosperma, Actinidia melanandra, Actinidia melliana, Actinidia obovata, Actinidia pentapetala, Actinidia pilosula, Actinidia polygama, Actinidia rongshuiensis, Actinidia rubricaulis, Actinidia rubus, Actinidia rudis, Actinidia rufa, Actinidia rufotricha, Actinidia sabiifolia, Actinidia sorbifolia, Actinidia stellatopilosa, Actinidia strigosa, Actinidia styracifolia, Actinidia suberifolia, Actinidia tetramera,
References
Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:317239-1: Based on the initial data import