Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
moratii
ID:
492793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaffré & Fambart

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 24: 162 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492125



Common Names

  • Moratii Soulamea
  • Soulamea moratii
  • Moratii Soulamea


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Description

Soulamea moratii (also called 'Morat's Soulamea', among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree with a dense, rounded crown. It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Soulamea moratii is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and dysentery. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Soulamea moratii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, hard-shelled seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, narrow, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soulamea moratii is a small shrub native to Australia. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Soulamea moratii

Soulamea moratii is native to Central and South America, including Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, and Peru.

Soulamea moratii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soulamea moratii?

Soulamea moratii

What is the common name of Soulamea moratii?

Morat's Soulamea

What is the natural habitat of Soulamea moratii?

Tropical rainforests of South and Southeast Asia

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

Tanguy Jaffré: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jaffré' in the authors string.
Jacqueline Fambart (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fambart' in the authors string.