Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
1546328

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sobral & Bünger

Source:
rhakhis

Year:
2021

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 522(2): 157. 2021

WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000027011

Common Names

  • Eugenia saxatilis
  • Saxatilis Eugenia
  • Eugenia Plant

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Description

Eugenia saxatilis (also called Rock Eugenia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has small, oval leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, rocky soils, such as in mountain slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Eugenia saxatilis is a small tree that is often used in landscaping for its attractive foliage and flowers. The leaves of this tree are often used in essential oils and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Eugenia saxatilis has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eugenia saxatilis is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Division can be done in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Eugenia saxatilis

Eugenia saxatilis can be found in the tropical forests of Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Eugenia saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eugenia saxatilis?

Eugenia saxatilis

What are the common names of Eugenia saxatilis?

Rocky Eugenia

What is the natural habitat of Eugenia saxatilis?

It is native to Brazil.

Species in the Eugenia genus

Eugenia conduplicata, Eugenia magna, Eugenia manickamiana, Eugenia myrciariifolia, Eugenia rizziniana, Eugenia seithurensis, Eugenia yatuae, Eugenia subreticulata, Eugenia bergii, Eugenia belloi, Eugenia breedlovei, Eugenia cararensis, Eugenia cerrocacaoensis, Eugenia chavarriae, Eugenia cocosensis, Eugenia coibensis, Eugenia corusca, Eugenia earthiana, Eugenia esteliensis, Eugenia farinacea, Eugenia galbaoensis, Eugenia gomezii, Eugenia grayumii, Eugenia grijalvae, Eugenia hammelii, Eugenia hartshornii, Eugenia herrerae, Eugenia intibucana, Eugenia inversa, Eugenia lempana, Eugenia liesneri, Eugenia lithosperma, Eugenia locuples, Eugenia magniflora, Eugenia mcphersonii, Eugenia molinae, Eugenia monteverdensis, Eugenia paloverdensis, Eugenia quercetorum, Eugenia riosae, Eugenia sancarlosensis, Eugenia selvana, Eugenia shimishito, Eugenia tilarana, Eugenia verruculata, Eugenia zuchowskiae, Eugenia churutensis, Eugenia darcyi, Eugenia shettyana, Eugenia conchalensis,

Species in the Myrtaceae family

Acca lanuginosa, Acca macrostema, Accara elegans, Actinodium cunninghamii, Agonis baxteri, Agonis flexuosa, Agonis grandiflora, Agonis theiformis, Agonis undulata, Agonis hypericifolia, Algrizea macrochlamys, Algrizea minor, Allosyncarpia ternata, Aluta appressa, Aluta aspera, Aluta maisonneuvei, Aluta quadrata, Aluta teres, Amomyrtella irregularis, Amomyrtella guilii, Amomyrtus luma, Amomyrtus meli, Angophora bakeri, Angophora clelandi, Angophora costata, Angophora crassifolia, Angophora dichromophloia, Angophora euryphylla, Angophora exul, Angophora floribunda, Angophora hispida, Angophora inopina, Angophora leiocarpa, Angophora melanoxylon, Angophora paludosa, Angophora robur, Angophora subvelutina, Angophora woodsiana, Angophora clelandii, Anticoryne diosmoides, Anticoryne ovalifolia, Anticoryne melanosperma, Archirhodomyrtus baladensis, Archirhodomyrtus beckleri, Archirhodomyrtus paitensis, Archirhodomyrtus turbinata, Archirhodomyrtus vieillardii, Arillastrum gummiferum, Astartea aspera, Astartea corniculata,