Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
muricata
ID:
501765

Status:
valid

Authors:
Reinw. ex de Vriese

Source:
ksu

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Pl. Ind. Bat. Orient. : 46 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501097

Common Names

  • Saurauia Muricata
  • Rough-leaved Saurauia
  • Rough-leaved Saurauia

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Description

Saurauia muricata (also called Spiny Saurauia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to tropical Africa. It typically grows in lowland rainforest, but can also be found in swamp forest and on riverbanks. Its leaves are glossy and dark green, and its flowers are white and fragrant.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia muricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saurauia muricata has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia muricata is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and placed in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into their permanent location.

Where to Find Saurauia muricata

Saurauia muricata is native to tropical Africa and is found in moist areas such as riverbanks, swamps, and wet forests.

Saurauia muricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia muricata?

Saurauia muricata

What is the common name of Saurauia muricata?

Rugose Saurauia

What is the natural habitat of Saurauia muricata?

Saurauia muricata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and 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

Caspar Georg Carl Reinwardt (1773-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reinw.' in the authors string.
Willem Hendrik de Vriese (1806-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de Vriese' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:829371-1: Based on the initial data import