Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
panduriformis
ID:
500929

Status:
valid

Authors:
Elmer

Source:
ksu

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Leafl. Philipp. Bot. 2: 580 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500261

Common Names

  • Saurauia
  • Panduriformis Sauropus
  • Panduriformis Mountain Apple

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Description

Saurauia panduriformis (also called Fiddle-shaped saurauia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Actinidiaceae. It is a small tree, reaching a height of up to 8 m. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in primary and secondary forests at elevations of up to 1,400 m. It is also found in Thailand and Malaysia.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia panduriformis has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saurauia panduriformis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia panduriformis is a shrub or small tree that grows best in full sun to partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Saurauia panduriformis

Saurauia panduriformis can be found in the Philippines, specifically on the island of Samar.

Saurauia panduriformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia panduriformis?

Saurauia panduriformis

What is the common name of Saurauia panduriformis?

Fiddle-Leaved Saurauia

What is the natural habitat of Saurauia panduriformis?

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,