Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
versteegii
ID:
500833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gilg & Lauterb.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 8: 306 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500165

Common Names

  • Saurauia versteegii
  • Versteegii Saurauia
  • Saurauia

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Description

Saurauia versteegii (also called Versteeg's Saurauia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to Mexico and Central America. It grows to a height of up to 2m and has a dense, spreading habit. It has dark green, leathery leaves and yellowish-white flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia versteegii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saurauia versteegii 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 versteegii is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 meters tall. It is native to the Philippines and is found in secondary forests and open areas. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment until they root.

Where to Find Saurauia versteegii

Saurauia versteegii can be found in South America.

Saurauia versteegii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia versteegii?

Saurauia versteegii

What is the common name of Saurauia versteegii?

Versteeg's Saurauia

What is the natural habitat of Saurauia versteegii?

Saurauia versteegii is native to South America and is found in 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,

References

Carl Adolf Georg Lauterbach (1864-1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lauterb.' in the authors string.
Ernst Friedrich Gilg (1867-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gilg' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:317334-1: Based on the initial data import