Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
rigaultii
ID:
492782

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jaffré & Fambart

Source:
ksu

Year:
2002

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492114



Common Names

  • Rigaultii Soulamea
  • Soulamea rigaultii
  • Rigaultii Soulamea


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Description

Soulamea rigaultii (also called 'Rigault'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 rigaultii is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Soulamea rigaultii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Soulamea rigaultii is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1.5–2 m. It prefers a sunny position in a well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Soulamea rigaultii

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

Soulamea rigaultii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soulamea rigaultii?

Soulamea rigaultii

What is the common name of Soulamea rigaultii?

Rigault's Soulamea

What is the natural habitat of Soulamea rigaultii?

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.