Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
parasnathensis
ID:
745294

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranjan & Sush.C.Srivast.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 84: 233 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744627

Common Names

  • Parasnathensis Saurauia
  • Saurauia Parasnathensis
  • Saurauia of Parasnathen

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Description

Saurauia parasnathensis (also called Para Sauropus, among many other common names) is a shrub native to India and Bangladesh. It has large, oval leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical forests and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia parasnathensis is used in traditional medicine for treating digestive problems, as a diuretic, and for treating skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and garnish.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saurauia parasnathensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia parasnathensis is a perennial herb that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed or division. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Saurauia parasnathensis

Saurauia parasnathensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Saurauia parasnathensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia parasnathensis?

Saurauia parasnathensis

What is the family of Saurauia parasnathensis?

Actinidiaceae

Where is Saurauia parasnathensis found?

It is found in India

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

Vinay Ranjan (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranjan' in the authors string.
Sushil Chandra Srivastava (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sush.C.Srivast.' in the authors string.