Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
apiculata
ID:
439816

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.W.Benn.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 1: 537 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439148

Common Names

  • Santiria Apiculata
  • Apiculate Santiria
  • Apiculate Santiria

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Synonyms

  • Santiria minutiflora Ridl. [unknown]
  • Santiria lagunensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Santiria glabra Merr. [unknown]
  • Santiria teysmannii Engl. [unknown]
  • Santiria pilosa Engl. [unknown]
  • Santiria beccarii Engl. [unknown]
  • Santiria brachystachys Ridl. [unknown]
  • Canarium parciflorum Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Santiria apiculata (also called Apiculate Santiria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is an evergreen shrub with a height of up to 3 meters. It has oblong leaves and white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Santiria apiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is known to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Santiria apiculata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Santiria apiculata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Santiria apiculata

Santiria apiculata is native to the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador and Peru.

Santiria apiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Santiria apiculata?

Santiria apiculata

Where is Santiria apiculata native to?

Central and South America

What type of plant is Santiria apiculata?

Tropical shrub

Species in the Burseraceae family

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