Status:
valid
Authors:
Dalzell
Source:
ksu
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Hooker's J. Bot. Kew Gard. Misc. 3: 207 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435421
Common Names
- Sageraea laurina
- Laurina Sageraea
- Laurel Sageraea
Description
Sageraea laurina (also called Laurine Sageraea, among many other common names) is a terrestrial bromeliad with a rosette of stiff, spiny, arching leaves. It is native to Mexico and Guatemala and usually grows in dry forests and scrubland.
Uses & Benefits
Sageraea laurina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sageraea laurina has yellow flowers, small seeds and small seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sageraea laurina is a small shrub that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate dry conditions. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Sageraea laurina
Sageraea laurina is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.
Sageraea laurina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sageraea laurina?
Sageraea laurina
What are the common names of Sageraea laurina?
Laurel Tree
What is the distribution range of Sageraea laurina?
India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand
Species in the Sageraea genus
Species in the Annonaceae family
Afroguatteria bequaertii,
Afroguatteria globosa,
Afroguatteria discostigma,
Alphonsea boniana,
Alphonsea curtisii,
Alphonsea cylindrica,
Alphonsea elliptica,
Alphonsea gaudichaudiana,
Alphonsea hainanensis,
Alphonsea havilandii,
Alphonsea hortensis,
Alphonsea javanica,
Alphonsea johorensis,
Alphonsea keithii,
Alphonsea kinabaluensis,
Alphonsea kingii,
Alphonsea lucida,
Alphonsea lutea,
Alphonsea maingayi,
Alphonsea malayana,
Alphonsea mollis,
Alphonsea monogyna,
Alphonsea orthopetala,
Alphonsea ovata,
Alphonsea papuasica,
Alphonsea philastreana,
Alphonsea siamensis,
Alphonsea sonlaensis,
Alphonsea stenogyna,
Alphonsea tonquinensis,
Alphonsea tsangyanensis,
Alphonsea ventricosa,
Alphonsea zeylanica,
Alphonsea borneensis,
Alphonsea rugosa,
Alphonsea glandulosa,
Alphonsea pallida,
Alphonsea annulata,
Alphonsea isthmicola,
Alphonsea longicarpa,
Alphonsea phuwuaensis,
Ambavia capuronii,
Ambavia gerrardii,
Anaxagorea acuminata,
Anaxagorea allenii,
Anaxagorea angustifolia,
Anaxagorea borneensis,
Anaxagorea brachycarpa,
Anaxagorea brevipedicellata,
Anaxagorea brevipes,