Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
squamellicaula
ID:
497395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 112 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000496727

Common Names

  • Scaly-Stemmed Saurauia
  • Saurauia squamellicaula

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Description

Saurauia squamellicaula (also called Scaly Saurauia, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a woody stem and small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to Central and South America and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia squamellicaula is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saurauia squamellicaula is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia squamellicaula is a flowering plant native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy stems and planted in a potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Saurauia squamellicaula

Saurauia squamellicaula is found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia and Peru.

Saurauia squamellicaula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia squamellicaula?

Saurauia squamellicaula

What is the common name of Saurauia squamellicaula?

Squamellicaula Saurauia

What is the natural habitat of Saurauia squamellicaula?

Tropical rainforests of South America

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,