Status:
valid
Authors:
Sleumer
Source:
tro
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Notizbl. Bot. Gart. Berlin-Dahlem 12: 144 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221883
Common Names
- Saurauia natalicia
- Natalicia Saurauia
- Natalicia Wild-currant
Description
Saurauia natalicia (also called Saurauia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the family Actinidiaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in rainforests and other humid habitats. It has a stem up to 2 m in length and bears white or yellowish flowers. The flowers have five petals and are up to 2 cm in diameter.
Uses & Benefits
Saurauia natalicia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saurauia natalicia has small, yellow-green flowers with a white lip. Its seeds are small and round. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saurauia natalicia is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. For best results, sow the seeds in a well-drained potting mix and keep the soil moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Saurauia natalicia
Saurauia natalicia is native to Mexico and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Saurauia natalicia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saurauia natalicia?
Saurauia natalicia
What is the common name of Saurauia natalicia?
Natalicia
What is the natural habitat of Saurauia natalicia?
Tropical rainforests
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,