Quillaja saponaria
Murillo's Bark, Quillaja
Other regional names: Soapbark +3 more
- Soapbark
- Soapbarktree
- Soapbush
- Soaptree
Also known as: Leucoxyla saponaria (Molina) Rojas Acosta +9 more
- Leucoxyla saponaria (Molina) Rojas Acosta
- Quillaja molinae DC.
- Quillaja molinae Ser.
- Quillaja poeppigii Walp.
- Quillaja smegmadermis St.-Lag.
- Quillaja smegmadermos DC.
- Quillaja smegmadermos Poepp. ex Walp.
- Quillaja smegmadermos Ser.
- Smegmadermos emarginata Ruiz & Pav.
- Smegmaria emarginata (Ruiz & Pav.) Willd.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Quillajaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a shrub or tree.
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Originating in South America, Quillaja saponaria (commonly known as Murillo's-bark or Quillaja) is a shrub or tree belonging to the Quillajaceae family. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Type
Shrub
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southern South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Chile Central
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Bolivia