Santiria megaphylla - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
megaphylla
ID:
439736
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kalkman
Source:
ksu
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Blumea 7: 533 (1954)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439068
Common Names
- Santiria Megaphylla
- Largeleaf Santiria
- Large-leaved Santiria
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Santiria megaphylla (also called Large-leaved Santiria, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Santiriaceae family. It has white flowers and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical forests and wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Santiria megaphylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It has a pleasant fragrance and is known to attract butterflies and bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Santiria megaphylla is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Santiria megaphylla is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, upright plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes, which should be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix that is well-draining.
Where to Find Santiria megaphylla
Santiria megaphylla can be found in Central and South America.
Santiria megaphylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Santiria megaphylla?
Santiria megaphylla
What is the common name of Santiria megaphylla?
Large-leaved Santiria
What is the natural habitat of Santiria megaphylla?
Tropical forests
Species in the Santiria genus
Santiria laevigata, Santiria megaphylla, Santiria grandiflora, Santiria trimera, Santiria griffithii, Santiria havilandii, Santiria impressinervis, Santiria kalkmaniana, Santiria mollis, Santiria sarawakana, Santiria rubiginosa, Santiria oblongifolia, Santiria nigricans, Santiria ridleyi, Santiria dacryodifolia, Santiria apiculata, Santiria conferta, Santiria tomentosa,
Species in the Burseraceae family
Ambilobea madagascariensis, Aucoumea klaineana, Beiselia mexicana, Boswellia globosa, Boswellia ameero, Boswellia bullata, Boswellia carteri, Boswellia dalzielii, Boswellia dioscoridis, Boswellia elongata, Boswellia frereana, Boswellia microphylla, Boswellia nana, Boswellia neglecta, Boswellia ogadensis, Boswellia ovalifoliolata, Boswellia papyrifera, Boswellia pirottae, Boswellia popoviana, Boswellia rivae, Boswellia sacra, Boswellia serrata, Boswellia socotrana, Bursera roseana, Bursera silviae, Bursera toledoana, Bursera altijuga, Bursera amplifolia, Bursera angustata, Bursera aptera, Bursera arida, Bursera ariensis, Bursera aromatica, Bursera aspleniifolia, Bursera attenuata, Bursera bicolor, Bursera biflora, Bursera bipinnata, Bursera bolivarii, Bursera bonetii, Bursera brunea, Bursera cerasifolia, Bursera chemapodicta, Bursera cinerea, Bursera citronella, Bursera collina, Bursera confusa, Bursera copallifera, Bursera coyucensis, Bursera crenata,
References
Cornelis Kalkman (1928-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kalkman' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:128478-1: Based on the initial data import