Status:
valid
Authors:
Blume
Source:
ksu
Year:
1850
Citation Micro:
Mus. Bot. 1: 211 (1850)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439063
Common Names
- Santiria Laevigata
- Smooth Santiria
- Smooth-barked Santiria
Synonyms
- Santiria glabrifolia Engl. [unknown]
- Santiria rufescens Blume [unknown]
- Santiria violacea H.J.Lam [unknown]
- Amoora roxburghiana Korth. ex Blume [unknown]
- Canarium laevigatum Miq. [unknown]
- Canarium rufescens Miq. [unknown]
Description
Santiria laevigata (also called Smooth Santiria, among many other common names) is a perennial plant in the Santiriaceae family. It has white flowers and is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical forests and wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Santiria laevigata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as cut flowers for bouquets. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, fever, and as an anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Santiria laevigata has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Santiria laevigata is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, upright plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes, which should be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix that is well-draining.
Where to Find Santiria laevigata
Santiria laevigata can be found in Central and South America.
Santiria laevigata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Santiria laevigata?
Santiria laevigata
What is the common name of Santiria laevigata?
Smooth Santiria
What is the natural habitat of Santiria laevigata?
Tropical forests
Species in the Santiria genus
Santiria laevigata,
Santiria megaphylla,
Santiria grandiflora,
Santiria trimera,
Santiria griffithii,
Santiria havilandii,
Santiria impressinervis,
Santiria kalkmaniana,
Santiria mollis,
Santiria sarawakana,
Santiria rubiginosa,
Santiria oblongifolia,
Santiria nigricans,
Santiria ridleyi,
Santiria dacryodifolia,
Santiria apiculata,
Santiria conferta,
Santiria tomentosa,
Species in the Burseraceae family
Ambilobea madagascariensis,
Aucoumea klaineana,
Beiselia mexicana,
Boswellia globosa,
Boswellia ameero,
Boswellia bullata,
Boswellia carteri,
Boswellia dalzielii,
Boswellia dioscoridis,
Boswellia elongata,
Boswellia frereana,
Boswellia microphylla,
Boswellia nana,
Boswellia neglecta,
Boswellia ogadensis,
Boswellia ovalifoliolata,
Boswellia papyrifera,
Boswellia pirottae,
Boswellia popoviana,
Boswellia rivae,
Boswellia sacra,
Boswellia serrata,
Boswellia socotrana,
Bursera roseana,
Bursera silviae,
Bursera toledoana,
Bursera altijuga,
Bursera amplifolia,
Bursera angustata,
Bursera aptera,
Bursera arida,
Bursera ariensis,
Bursera aromatica,
Bursera aspleniifolia,
Bursera attenuata,
Bursera bicolor,
Bursera biflora,
Bursera bipinnata,
Bursera bolivarii,
Bursera bonetii,
Bursera brunea,
Bursera cerasifolia,
Bursera chemapodicta,
Bursera cinerea,
Bursera citronella,
Bursera collina,
Bursera confusa,
Bursera copallifera,
Bursera coyucensis,
Bursera crenata,