Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
schmutzii
ID:
433865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hoogland

Source:
ksu

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 31: 73 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000433197



Common Names

  • Saurauia schmutzii
  • Schmutzii Sauropus
  • Schmutzii Bush


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Description

Saurauia schmutzii (also called Schmutz's Saurauia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It typically grows up to 5-10 m tall and has a dense, upright habit. The leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate to lanceolate in shape. The flowers are white and the fruits are small, round, and red or yellow in color.

Uses & Benefits

Saurauia schmutzii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Saurauia schmutzii are small and yellow, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saurauia schmutzii is a tropical evergreen shrub that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Saurauia schmutzii

Saurauia schmutzii is native to the tropical forests of South America, particularly Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Saurauia schmutzii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saurauia schmutzii?

Saurauia schmutzii

What is the family of Saurauia schmutzii?

Actinidiaceae

What is the common name of Saurauia schmutzii?

Schmutz's Saurauia

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,