Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
andreana
ID:
442924

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1886

Citation Micro:
Syn. Queensl. Fl. Suppl. 1: 7 1886

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000442256



Common Names

  • Saurauia Andreana
  • Andre's Saurauia
  • Andre's Star Grass


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Description

Saurauia andreana (also called Andreana Saurauia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Actinidiaceae family. It is native to Colombia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia andreana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saurauia andreana has white to pink flowers, small seeds and seedlings with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia andreana is an epiphytic shrub native to Colombia. It is best grown in a potting mix of equal parts of peat moss, perlite, and sand. It prefers a bright, indirect light and should be kept moist but not wet. Propagation is done by cuttings.

Where to Find Saurauia andreana

Saurauia andreana can be found in Colombia.

Saurauia andreana FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Saurauia andreana?

Saurauia andreana prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

What is the ideal light for Saurauia andreana?

Saurauia andreana prefers bright, indirect light.

What is the ideal humidity for Saurauia andreana?

Saurauia andreana prefers high humidity, between 50-80%.

Species in the Saurauia genus

Saurauia warenensis, Saurauia squamifructa, Saurauia subspinosa, Saurauia tafana, Saurauia verheijenii, Saurauia tayabensis, Saurauia trichophora, Saurauia vallium, Saurauia siporensis, Saurauia momiensis, Saurauia occulta, Saurauia oblancilimba, Saurauia nabirensis, Saurauia kajewskii, Saurauia homotricha, Saurauia idenburgensis, Saurauia meridensis, Saurauia javanica, Saurauia knemifolia, Saurauia purgans, Saurauia purpurellifolia, Saurauia obvallatoides, Saurauia schmutzii, Saurauia seibertii, Saurauia simplex, Saurauia raimondiana, Saurauia oroquensis, Saurauia pentapetala, Saurauia pleurotricha, Saurauia plurilocularis, Saurauia poolei, Saurauia dielsiana, Saurauia eburnea, Saurauia excurrens, Saurauia fasciculata, Saurauia fimbriata, Saurauia fragrans, Saurauia fraseri, Saurauia gigantifolia, Saurauia emarginata, Saurauia albiflora, Saurauia capitulata, Saurauia chocoensis, Saurauia collina, Saurauia congestiflora, Saurauia cordata, Saurauia alloplectifolia, Saurauia alpicola, Saurauia angica, Saurauia archboldiana,

Species in the Actinidiaceae family

Actinidia persicina, Actinidia acuminata, Actinidia arguta, Actinidia callosa, Actinidia chengkouensis, Actinidia chinensis, Actinidia chrysantha, Actinidia cylindrica, Actinidia eriantha, Actinidia farinosa, Actinidia fasciculoides, Actinidia fortunati, Actinidia fulvicoma, Actinidia glauco-callosa, Actinidia grandiflora, Actinidia hemsleyana, Actinidia henryi, Actinidia holotricha, Actinidia hubeiensis, Actinidia indochinensis, Actinidia indochinensis, Actinidia jijiangensis, Actinidia kolomikta, Actinidia laevissima, Actinidia lanceolata, Actinidia latifolia, Actinidia liangguangensis, Actinidia lijiangensis, Actinidia linguiensis, Actinidia longicarpa, Actinidia macrosperma, Actinidia melanandra, Actinidia melliana, Actinidia obovata, Actinidia pentapetala, Actinidia pilosula, Actinidia polygama, Actinidia rongshuiensis, Actinidia rubricaulis, Actinidia rubus, Actinidia rudis, Actinidia rufa, Actinidia rufotricha, Actinidia sabiifolia, Actinidia sorbifolia, Actinidia stellatopilosa, Actinidia strigosa, Actinidia styracifolia, Actinidia suberifolia, Actinidia tetramera,

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