Status:
valid
Authors:
Bremek.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 109 (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300131
Common Names
- Saldinia mandracensis
- Mandracensis Saldinia
- Saldinia
Description
Saldinia mandracensis (also called mandracensis saldinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Saldinia mandracensis is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saldinia mandracensis has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saldinia mandracensis is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Where to Find Saldinia mandracensis
Saldinia mandracensis is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Saldinia mandracensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aulomyrcia obtusata?
Aulomyrcia obtusata
What is the family of Aulomyrcia obtusata?
Myrtaceae
Where is Aulomyrcia obtusata native to?
South America
Species in the Saldinia genus
Saldinia acuminata,
Saldinia aegialodes,
Saldinia axillaris,
Saldinia boiviniana,
Saldinia bullata,
Saldinia coursiana,
Saldinia dasyclada,
Saldinia hirsuta,
Saldinia littoralis,
Saldinia longistipulata,
Saldinia mandracensis,
Saldinia myrtilloides,
Saldinia oblongifolia,
Saldinia obovatifolia,
Saldinia obtusata,
Saldinia pallida,
Saldinia phlebophylla,
Saldinia platyclada,
Saldinia proboscidea,
Saldinia pycnophylla,
Saldinia stenophylla,
Saldinia subacuminata,
Species in the Rubiaceae family
Acranthera abbreviata,
Acranthera anamallica,
Acranthera athroophlebia,
Acranthera atropella,
Acranthera aurantiaca,
Acranthera axilliflora,
Acranthera bullata,
Acranthera capitata,
Acranthera ceylanica,
Acranthera didymocarpa,
Acranthera endertii,
Acranthera frutescens,
Acranthera grandiflora,
Acranthera hallieri,
Acranthera hirtostipula,
Acranthera involucrata,
Acranthera johannis-winkleri,
Acranthera lanceolata,
Acranthera longipes,
Acranthera longipetiolata,
Acranthera maculata,
Acranthera megaphylla,
Acranthera monantha,
Acranthera nieuwenhuisii,
Acranthera ophiorhizoides,
Acranthera parviflora,
Acranthera philippensis,
Acranthera ruttenii,
Acranthera salmonea,
Acranthera siamensis,
Acranthera siliquosa,
Acranthera simalurensis,
Acranthera sinensis,
Acranthera strigosa,
Acranthera tomentosa,
Acranthera variegata,
Acranthera velutinervia,
Acranthera yatesii,
Acranthera philippinensis,
Acranthera burmanica,
Acranthera virescens,
Acranthera hoangii,
Acranthera collina,
Acrobotrys discolor,
Acrosynanthus jamaicensis,
Acrosynanthus latifolius,
Acrosynanthus minor,
Acrosynanthus ovatus,
Acrosynanthus parvifolius,
Acrosynanthus revolutus,