Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
arenarius
ID:
1087481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bonpl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Pl. Aequinoct. 1: 154 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001086819



Common Names

  • Arenarius Salpianthus
  • Arenarius Salpianthus Cactus
  • Arenarius Salpianthus-Cactus


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Description

Salpianthus arenarius (also called Sandy Salpianthus, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that typically grows up to 8 m (26 ft) tall. It is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, and is found in the Amazon Basin, the Guianas, and the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It grows in humid forests, often near rivers, and is also found in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salpianthus arenarius is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source and for its oil, which is used in cosmetics and perfumes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salpianthus arenarius has yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salpianthus arenarius can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both methods require bright, indirect light and temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C).

Where to Find Salpianthus arenarius

Salpianthus arenarius can be found in the Caribbean, from Cuba to the Dominican Republic.

Species in the Nyctaginaceae family

Abronia alba, Abronia alpina, Abronia ameliae, Abronia ammophila, Abronia angustifolia, Abronia argillosa, Abronia bigelovii, Abronia bolackii, Abronia carnea, Abronia crux-maltae, Abronia elliptica, Abronia fragrans, Abronia gracilis, Abronia latifolia, Abronia macrocarpa, Abronia maritima, Abronia mellifera, Abronia micrantha, Abronia minor, Abronia nana, Abronia nealleyi, Abronia parviflora, Abronia pogonantha, Abronia turbinata, Abronia umbellata, Abronia villosa, Abronia insularis, Abronia neurophylla, Abronia platyphylla, Abronia variabilis, Acleisanthes acutifolia, Acleisanthes angustifolia, Acleisanthes anisophylla, Acleisanthes chenopodioides, Acleisanthes crassifolia, Acleisanthes diffusa, Acleisanthes lanceolata, Acleisanthes longiflora, Acleisanthes nana, Acleisanthes nevadensis, Acleisanthes obtusa, Acleisanthes palmeri, Acleisanthes parvifolia, Acleisanthes purpusiana, Acleisanthes somalensis, Acleisanthes undulata, Acleisanthes wrightii, Allionia choisyi, Allionia incarnata, Allionia viscida,

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