Satyria boliviana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Luteyn
Source:
tro
Year:
1987
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 92: 124 (1987)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246381
Common Names
- Satyria boliviana
- Boliviana Satyria
- Satyria Boliviana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Satyria boliviana (also called 'Bolivian Satyria', among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has oval leaves and small white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, in scrub and woodland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Satyria boliviana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are edible and can be used in salads. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Satyria boliviana has white flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Satyria boliviana is a small evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to South America and prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Satyria boliviana
Satyria boliviana is native to the Andes Mountains of Peru and Bolivia.
Satyria boliviana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Satyria boliviana?
Satyria boliviana
What is the common name of Satyria boliviana?
Bolivian Satyria
Where is Satyria boliviana native to?
South America
Species in the Satyria genus
Satyria allenii, Satyria arborea, Satyria boliviana, Satyria bracteolosa, Satyria breviflora, Satyria carnosiflora, Satyria cerander, Satyria chlorantha, Satyria dolichantha, Satyria elongata, Satyria grandifolia, Satyria latifolia, Satyria leptantha, Satyria leucostoma, Satyria meiantha, Satyria minutiflora, Satyria neglecta, Satyria nitida, Satyria panamensis, Satyria panurensis, Satyria pilosa, Satyria polyantha, Satyria toroi, Satyria ulei, Satyria vargasii, Satyria ventricosa, Satyria warszewiczii,
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
James Leonard Luteyn (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luteyn' in the authors string.