Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brunnea
ID:
303738

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1932: 484 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000303070

Common Names

  • Saprosma brunnea
  • Brown Saprosma
  • Brown Mangrove

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Description

Saprosma brunnea (also called 'Brown Saprosma', among many other common names) is a small tree or shrub native to Central America. It has a single trunk and grows up to 10 meters tall. Its leaves are alternate, elliptic-ovate, and up to 10 cm long. It is found in lowland rainforests and wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Saprosma brunnea is used as an ornamental plant, for its timber, and for its medicinal properties. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saprosma brunnea has small yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saprosma brunnea 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 by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and placed in a well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, sunny position.

Where to Find Saprosma brunnea

Saprosma brunnea is native to Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

Saprosma brunnea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saprosma brunnea?

Saprosma brunnea

What is the family of Saprosma brunnea?

Euphorbiaceae

What is the common name of Saprosma brunnea?

Brown Tallow

Species in the Saprosma genus

Saprosma anisophylla, Saprosma annamensis, Saprosma arborea, Saprosma axilliflora, Saprosma borneensis, Saprosma brassii, Saprosma brunnea, Saprosma chevalieri, Saprosma cochinchinensis, Saprosma consimile, Saprosma corymbosa, Saprosma crassipes, Saprosma dispar, Saprosma distans, Saprosma foetens, Saprosma fragrans, Saprosma fruticosa, Saprosma glomeratum, Saprosma glomerulata, Saprosma gracilis, Saprosma hainanensis, Saprosma henryi, Saprosma hirsuta, Saprosma inaequilonga, Saprosma kraussii, Saprosma latifolia, Saprosma longicalyx, Saprosma longifolia, Saprosma membranacea, Saprosma parvifolia, Saprosma philippinense, Saprosma pubescens, Saprosma saxicola, Saprosma scabridum, Saprosma scortechinii, Saprosma sogerensis, Saprosma spathulata, Saprosma subrepanda, Saprosma syzygiifolia, Saprosma ternatum, Saprosma urophylla, Saprosma verrucosa, Saprosma elegans, Saprosma ternata, Saprosma philippinensis, Saprosma beddomei, Saprosma consimilis,

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,

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