Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
forsteniana
ID:
437422

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 308 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436754



Common Names

  • Salacia forsteniana
  • Forsten's Salacia
  • Forsten's Salacia Vine


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Synonyms

  • Salacia diandra Miq. [illegitimate]
  • Salacia kraemeri (Loes.) Ding Hou [unknown]
  • Salacicratea diandra (Miq.) A.C.Sm. [illegitimate]
  • Salacicratea kraemeri Loes. [unknown]

Description

Salacia forsteniana (also called Forsten's Salacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree of the Celastraceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar. It typically grows in moist, shady areas and can reach up to 15 meters in height.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia forsteniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a variety of medicinal uses, including treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white flowers with four petals. Seeds: Small, black seeds. Seedlings: Seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia forsteniana is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun and drought, but will need extra water during dry periods. Prune the shrub after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage new growth.

Where to Find Salacia forsteniana

Salacia forsteniana can be found in India and Sri Lanka.

Salacia forsteniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia forsteniana?

Salacia forsteniana

What is the family of Salacia forsteniana?

Hippocrateaceae

What is the common name of Salacia forsteniana?

Forsten's Salacia

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,