Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
korthalsiana
ID:
437326

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1869

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 152 (1869)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436658



Common Names

  • Korthals' milkwort
  • Salacia korthalsiana
  • Asian jumbie-bean


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Synonyms

  • Salacia philippinensis Merr. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea obtusa Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Salacia korthalsiana (also called Korthals' 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 korthalsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salacia korthalsiana are white, with four petals and five sepals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia korthalsiana 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 korthalsiana

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

Salacia korthalsiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia korthalsiana?

Salacia korthalsiana

What is the family of Salacia korthalsiana?

Hippocrateaceae

Where is Salacia korthalsiana native to?

India

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,