Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
492785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Brongn. & Gris

Source:
ksu

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 12: 243 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000492117



Common Names

  • Tomentosa Soulamea
  • Soulamea tomentosa
  • Tomentosa Soulamea


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Description

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Soulamea tomentosa 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 tomentosa 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 tomentosa

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

Soulamea tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Soulamea tomentosa?

Soulamea tomentosa

What is the common name of Soulamea tomentosa?

Woolly Soulamea

What is the natural habitat of Soulamea tomentosa?

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

Adolphe-Théodore Brongniart (1801-1876): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brongn.' in the authors string.
Jean Antoine Arthur Gris (1829-1872): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gris' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:814147-1: Based on the initial data import