Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
molinae
ID:
494263

Status:
valid

Authors:
Soejarto

Source:
cmp

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 72: 878 (1985)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000493595



Common Names

  • Saurauia Molinae
  • Molinae Pitcher Plant
  • Molinae Sarracenia


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Description

Saurauia molinae (also called Molina's Saurauia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree in the Actinidiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and Central America and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests and scrublands. It has alternate, pinnate leaves and yellowish-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia molinae has a variety of medicinal uses, including as an antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and to treat fever and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saurauia molinae has yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia molinae can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-draining potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant and can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Saurauia molinae

Saurauia molinae is native to South America and can be found in tropical rainforests and dry deciduous forests.

Saurauia molinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia molinae?

Saurauia molinae

What is the common name of Saurauia molinae?

Molina's Saurauia

What is the family of Saurauia molinae?

Actinidiaceae

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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