Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
impressifolia
ID:
437344

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miers) A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 66: 247 (1939)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436676



Common Names

  • Salacia impressifolia
  • Impressifolia Salacia
  • Salacia Salacia


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Synonyms

  • Pyramidostylium grandifolium Mart. ex Peyr. [unknown]
  • Raddia impressifolia Miers [unknown]
  • Tonsella grandiflora (Mart.) Spreng. [unknown]
  • Salacia grandiflora Peyr. [unknown]
  • Anthodon grandiflorus Benth. [unknown]
  • Raddia grandifolia (Mart.) Miers [unknown]
  • Salacia polyanthomaniaca Barb.Rodr. [unknown]
  • Raddia grandiflora (Benth.) Miers [valid]

Description

Salacia impressifolia (also called Impressive-Leaved Salacia, among many other common names) is a small shrub or tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a member of the Celastraceae family and has glossy green leaves and small yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in mangrove swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia impressifolia 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

Salacia impressifolia has small white flowers, small seeds, and small seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia impressifolia is a tropical shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Salacia impressifolia

Salacia impressifolia can be found in the Western Ghats of India.

Salacia impressifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia impressifolia?

Salacia impressifolia

What is the common name of Salacia impressifolia?

Unknown

Where is Salacia impressifolia found?

Tropical Africa

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2482444: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.
John Miers (1789-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miers' in the authors string.