Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
300789

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lam. ex Poir.) Bremek.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1957

Citation Micro:
Candollea 16: 110 (1957)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000300121



Common Names

  • Saldinia axillaris
  • Axillaris Saldinia
  • Saldinia


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Synonyms

  • Lasianthus axillaris Drake [valid]
  • Lasianthus perrottetii Drake [invalid]
  • Morinda axillaris Poir. [valid]
  • Saldinia axillaris strigosa Bremek. [valid]
  • Saldinia pseudomorinda A.Rich. ex DC. [illegitimate]
  • Saldinia pseudomorinda A.Rich. [unknown]

Description

Saldinia axillaris (also called axillaris saldinia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 10 m tall. It is native to the Atlantic Forest biome in Brazil. It grows in open areas, such as fields and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Saldinia axillaris is used as an ornamental plant, for medicinal purposes, and as a food flavoring.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saldinia axillaris has small, white flowers with yellow stamens and a single style. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saldinia axillaris is a small shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Saldinia axillaris

Saldinia axillaris is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Saldinia axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saldinia axillaris?

Saldinia axillaris

What is the family of Saldinia axillaris?

Asteraceae

Where is Saldinia axillaris native to?

South Africa

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-181831: Based on the initial data import
Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.