Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
bracteosa
ID:
502083

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1822

Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Phys. Genève 1: 423 (1822)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000501415



Common Names

  • Saurauia Bracteosa
  • Bracted Saurauia
  • Bract-Bearing Saurauia


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Synonyms

  • Saurauia blumeana Spreng. [unknown]

Description

Saurauia bracteosa (also called Bracteosa Saurauia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub with leathery, glossy leaves and clusters of small white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia bracteosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Saurauia bracteosa is a yellow-orange color with a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia bracteosa is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 8 m in height. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood or hardwood and treated with a rooting hormone. They should be planted in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until rooted.

Where to Find Saurauia bracteosa

Saurauia bracteosa is native to tropical Asia and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Saurauia bracteosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia bracteosa?

Saurauia bracteosa

What is the common name of Saurauia bracteosa?

Bracted Saurauia

Where is Saurauia bracteosa native to?

Brazil

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,

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