Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Magnoliales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
zeylanica
ID:
436094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Heusden

Source:
ksu

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 17: 50 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435426

Common Names

  • Sageraea zeylanica
  • Zeylanica Sageraea
  • Ceylon Sageraea

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Description

Sageraea zeylanica (also called Ceylon Sageraea, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with a rosette of stiff, spiny, arching leaves. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala and usually grows in dry forests and scrubland.

Uses & Benefits

Sageraea zeylanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sageraea zeylanica has small, white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sageraea zeylanica is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It can be propagated from cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season’s growth and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings are established, they should be transplanted to their permanent location.

Where to Find Sageraea zeylanica

Sageraea zeylanica is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the central highlands.

Sageraea zeylanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sageraea zeylanica?

Sageraea zeylanica

What is the natural habitat of Sageraea zeylanica?

Tropical and subtropical forests

What is the average height of Sageraea zeylanica?

Around 20 meters

Species in the Annonaceae family

Afroguatteria bequaertii, Afroguatteria globosa, Afroguatteria discostigma, Alphonsea boniana, Alphonsea curtisii, Alphonsea cylindrica, Alphonsea elliptica, Alphonsea gaudichaudiana, Alphonsea hainanensis, Alphonsea havilandii, Alphonsea hortensis, Alphonsea javanica, Alphonsea johorensis, Alphonsea keithii, Alphonsea kinabaluensis, Alphonsea kingii, Alphonsea lucida, Alphonsea lutea, Alphonsea maingayi, Alphonsea malayana, Alphonsea mollis, Alphonsea monogyna, Alphonsea orthopetala, Alphonsea ovata, Alphonsea papuasica, Alphonsea philastreana, Alphonsea siamensis, Alphonsea sonlaensis, Alphonsea stenogyna, Alphonsea tonquinensis, Alphonsea tsangyanensis, Alphonsea ventricosa, Alphonsea zeylanica, Alphonsea borneensis, Alphonsea rugosa, Alphonsea glandulosa, Alphonsea pallida, Alphonsea annulata, Alphonsea isthmicola, Alphonsea longicarpa, Alphonsea phuwuaensis, Ambavia capuronii, Ambavia gerrardii, Anaxagorea acuminata, Anaxagorea allenii, Anaxagorea angustifolia, Anaxagorea borneensis, Anaxagorea brachycarpa, Anaxagorea brevipedicellata, Anaxagorea brevipes,

References

E.C.H.van Heusden: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heusden' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:996449-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.