Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
myrmecoidea
ID:
500920

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 13: 91 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000500252



Common Names

  • Saurauia
  • Myrmecoidea Sauropus
  • Myrmecoidea Mountain Apple


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Synonyms

  • Saurauia spinuloso-setosa Merr. [unknown]

Description

Saurauia myrmecoidea (also called Ant-like saurauia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Actinidiaceae. It is a small tree, reaching a height of up to 8 m. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in primary and secondary forests at elevations of up to 1,400 m. It is also found in Thailand and Malaysia.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia myrmecoidea has been used in traditional medicine for treating fever, malaria, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saurauia myrmecoidea is white and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have five leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia myrmecoidea is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Saurauia myrmecoidea

Saurauia myrmecoidea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Saurauia myrmecoidea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia myrmecoidea?

Saurauia myrmecoidea

What is the common name of Saurauia myrmecoidea?

Ant-Like Saurauia

What is the natural habitat of Saurauia myrmecoidea?

Tropical rainforests

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,