Status:
valid
Authors:
J.G.Jardim
Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 202: 20 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317227
Common Names
- Salzmannia arborea
- Arborea Salzmannia
- Arborea Salzmannia Plant
Description
Salzmannia arborea (also called Arborea salzmannia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Brazil. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves, and white flowers. It grows in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Salzmannia arborea is a tropical plant that is often used as an ornamental plant. It is known for its air purifying properties, as it is known to remove toxins from the air. It is also known for its medicinal properties, as it has been used to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Salzmannia arborea has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salzmannia arborea is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Brazil. It can be propagated from cuttings or by layering. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Layering can be done in the spring or summer by bending a branch down to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until roots form, then it can be cut off and planted in a pot.
Where to Find Salzmannia arborea
Salzmannia arborea is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.
Salzmannia arborea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salzmannia arborea?
Salzmannia arborea
What is the common name of Salzmannia arborea?
Tree Salzmannia
What is the natural habitat of Salzmannia arborea?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Salzmannia genus
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
Jomar Gomes Jardim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.G.Jardim' in the authors string.