Status:
valid
Authors:
Soejarto
Source:
tro
Year:
1969
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 22: 267 (1969)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001249221
Common Names
- Saurauia schultesiana
- Schultes' Saurauia
- Schultes' Saurauia Tree
Description
Saurauia schultesiana (also called Schultes' saurauia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, native to the Andes of Colombia and Peru. It has an erect habit, with alternate, oblong-elliptic leaves. It is found in montane forests, from 1000 to 3500 meters above sea level.
Uses & Benefits
Saurauia schultesiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saurauia schultesiana has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The fruit is a small, yellow-brown capsule with many seeds. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saurauia schultesiana can be propagated through seeds or cuttings. It should be grown in a shady location with well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring. Prune after flowering to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Saurauia schultesiana
Saurauia schultesiana is native to South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Saurauia schultesiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saurauia schultesiana?
Saurauia schultesiana
What is the common name of Saurauia schultesiana?
N/A
Where is Saurauia schultesiana found?
Colombia
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
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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,