Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
myrtilloides
ID:
300800

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 127 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300132

Common Names

  • Saldinia myrtilloides
  • Myrtilloides Saldinia
  • Saldinia

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Synonyms

  • Saldinia myrtilloides angustifolia Bremek. [valid]
  • Saldinia myrtilloides robustior Bremek. [valid]
  • Saldinia myrtilloides myrtilloides [unknown]

Description

Saldinia myrtilloides (also called myrtilloides 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 myrtilloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saldinia myrtilloides 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saldinia myrtilloides 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 myrtilloides

Saldinia myrtilloides is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Saldinia myrtilloides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saldinia myrtilloides?

Saldinia myrtilloides

What is the common name of Saldinia myrtilloides?

Myrtle-Like Saldinia

Where is Saldinia myrtilloides found?

Saldinia myrtilloides is found in Central and South America.

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,

References