Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
callensii
ID:
1253910

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Wilczek

Source:
tro

Year:
1956

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 409 (1956)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253248



Common Names

  • Salacia
  • Callen's Salacia
  • Coralberry


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Description

Salacia callensii (also called Callen's Salacia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Madagascar. It grows in tropical forests and can reach up to 5 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia callensii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used as a natural air purifier.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salacia callensii has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia callensii is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 3-6 m. It can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, sandy soil mix. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade.

Where to Find Salacia callensii

Salacia callensii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Salacia callensii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia callensii?

Salacia callensii

What is the common name of Salacia callensii?

Callen's Salacia

What is the natural habitat of Salacia callensii?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in Central and South America.

Species in the Salacia genus

Salacia pallescens, Salacia papuana, Salacia parkinsonii, Salacia pachycarpa, Salacia pallens, Salacia pachyphylla, Salacia ovalis, Salacia opacifolia, Salacia quadrangulata, Salacia pynaertii, Salacia pyriformis, Salacia regeliana, Salacia reticulata, Salacia pyriformioides, Salacia phuquocensis, Salacia pierrei, Salacia platyphylla, Salacia polyantha, Salacia mannii, Salacia macrosperma, Salacia maingayi, Salacia majumdarii, Salacia mamba, Salacia marginata, Salacia mayumbensis, Salacia malabarica, Salacia longipedicellata, Salacia longipes, Salacia macrantha, Salacia myrtifolia, Salacia multiflora, Salacia nitida, Salacia nitidissima, Salacia noronhioides, Salacia membranacea, Salacia miegei, Salacia zenkeri, Salacia rhodesiaca, Salacia verrucosa, Salacia villiersii, Salacia viminea, Salacia whytei, Salacia wenzelii, Salacia vitiensis, Salacia staudtiana, Salacia smaliana, Salacia sororia, Salacia venosa, Salacia saigonensis, Salacia rivularis,

Species in the Celastraceae family

Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,

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