Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
leytensis
ID:
500876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 9: 526 (1914 publ. 1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500208



Common Names

  • Saurauia leytensis
  • Leytensis Saurauia
  • Saurauia Leytensis


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia leytensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and to control erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saurauia leytensis is a white, five-petaled star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia leytensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m in height. It is found in tropical forests and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist medium.

Where to Find Saurauia leytensis

Saurauia leytensis can be found in the Philippines, specifically on the island of Leyte.

Saurauia leytensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia leytensis?

Saurauia leytensis

What is the common name of Saurauia leytensis?

Leyte Saurauia

What is the natural habitat of Saurauia leytensis?

Saurauia leytensis is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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,