Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
souzae
ID:
1305601

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Marquete & Mansano

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
J. Syst. Evol. 51: 228 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001318055



Common Names

  • Casearia souzae
  • Souzae Casearia
  • Souzae-leaved Casearia


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Description

Casearia souzae (also called Souza's Casearia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Salicaceae. It is native to Brazil and is found in a variety of habitats, including disturbed areas, forests, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Casearia souzae is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments. It is also used as a food source and for its ornamental value.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Casearia souzae are white, small and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Casearia souzae is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be planted in a well-drained potting mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they are established.

Where to Find Casearia souzae

Casearia souzae is found in the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil.

Casearia souzae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Casearia souzae?

Casearia souzae

What is the family of Casearia souzae?

Flacourtiaceae

What is the distribution of Casearia souzae?

Brazil

Species in the Casearia genus

Casearia michelsonii, Casearia espiritosantensis, Casearia aculeata, Casearia acuminata, Casearia adiantoides, Casearia aequilateralis, Casearia albicans, Casearia altiplanensis, Casearia amplectens, Casearia amplissima, Casearia andamanica, Casearia angiensis, Casearia angustifolia, Casearia anisophylla, Casearia annamensis, Casearia aquifolia, Casearia arborea, Casearia archboldiana, Casearia arfakensis, Casearia arguta, Casearia astyla, Casearia atlantica, Casearia auriculata, Casearia bahiensis, Casearia barteri, Casearia bartlettii, Casearia battiscombei, Casearia bissei, Casearia bourdillonii, Casearia brassii, Casearia brideliifolia, Casearia brunneostriata, Casearia buelowii, Casearia cajambrensis, Casearia calciphila, Casearia calva, Casearia capitellata, Casearia carrii, Casearia catharinensis, Casearia cauliflora, Casearia clarkei, Casearia clutiifolia, Casearia combaymensis, Casearia comocladifolia, Casearia condorensis, Casearia congensis, Casearia coriacea, Casearia coriacea, Casearia coriifolia, Casearia coronata,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

Vidal de Freitas Mansano: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mansano' in the authors string.
Ronaldo Marquete: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Marquete' in the authors string.