Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering frequency during the dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Saurauia andreana is an attractive evergreen tree or shrub native to Central America, known for its ornamental foliage and clusters of small flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Thrives in bright, indirect light. Protect from intense direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature fluctuations.
Light
25% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the growing season.
Reduce watering frequency during the dormant winter months to prevent root rot.
Prune Saurauia andreana to maintain its shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Light pruning can be done at any time, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Saurauia andreana can be propagated from seeds sown in spring or from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Seeds require warm, moist conditions to germinate.
Cuttings should be rooted in a well-draining potting mix with bottom heat.
Repot Saurauia andreana every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring, just as new growth begins.
Ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the previous one.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Saurauia Andreana (Saurauia andreana)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Actinidiaceae |
| Genus | Saurauia |
| Species | Saurauia andreana |
Similar in genus Saurauia
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