Status:
valid
Authors:
Petersen
Source:
wcs
Year:
1890
Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 3(3): 165 (1890)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000524683
Common Names
- Saranthe Ustulata
- Burnt-looking Saranthe
- Burnt-looking Aizoon
Description
Saranthe ustulata (also called Ustulate saranthe, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with simple, opposite leaves and small white flowers. It is native to Colombia and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Saranthe ustulata is a popular ornamental plant, used in rock gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used in erosion control and as a ground cover. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Saranthe ustulata has small white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green with oval shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Saranthe ustulata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Plants should be grown in full sun and kept in a warm, sheltered location.
Where to Find Saranthe ustulata
Saranthe ustulata is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.
Saranthe ustulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saranthe ustulata?
Saranthe ustulata
What is the common name of Saranthe ustulata?
Burnt Tree of Heaven
What is the natural habitat of Saranthe ustulata?
Saranthe ustulata is native to China and Taiwan, but has been introduced to many other parts of the world.
Species in the Saranthe genus
Saranthe composita,
Saranthe eichleri,
Saranthe gladioli,
Saranthe glumacea,
Saranthe klotzschiana,
Saranthe leptostachya,
Saranthe madagascariensis,
Saranthe membranacea,
Saranthe tenuifolia,
Saranthe ustulata,
Species in the Marantaceae family
Afrocalathea rhizantha,
Calathea anderssonii,
Calathea annae,
Calathea anulque,
Calathea argyrophylla,
Calathea arrabidae,
Calathea asplundii,
Calathea bachemiana,
Calathea brenesii,
Calathea caesariata,
Calathea cannoides,
Calathea casupito,
Calathea chimboracensis,
Calathea congesta,
Calathea crotalifera,
Calathea dicephala,
Calathea eburnea,
Calathea erythrolepis,
Calathea fatimae,
Calathea glaziovii,
Calathea grandifolia,
Calathea grazielae,
Calathea guzmanioides,
Calathea hagbergii,
Calathea harlingii,
Calathea inocephala,
Calathea ischnosiphonoides,
Calathea koernickeana,
Calathea lancifolia,
Calathea lanicaulis,
Calathea lasiostachya,
Calathea lateralis,
Calathea latrinotecta,
Calathea littoralis,
Calathea lutea,
Calathea majestica,
Calathea makoyana,
Calathea marantina,
Calathea mediopicta,
Calathea metallica,
Calathea micans,
Calathea nitens,
Calathea orbifolia,
Calathea ornata,
Calathea panamensis,
Calathea pavonina,
Calathea platystachya,
Calathea pluriplicata,
Calathea plurispicata,
Calathea propinqua,