Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
krigsneri
ID:
746554

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lombardi

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 28: 317 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745887



Common Names

  • Salacia Krigsneri
  • Krigsner's Salacia
  • Salacia Krigsneri


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Description

Salacia krigsneri (also called Krigsner, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Celastraceae family, native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia krigsneri is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive yellow flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salacia krigsneri has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia krigsneri is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. When propagating from seed, sow in spring or early summer and cover lightly with soil. When propagating by cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn and root in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Salacia krigsneri

Salacia krigsneri is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Salacia krigsneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia krigsneri?

Salacia krigsneri

What is the common name of Salacia krigsneri?

Krigsneri

What is the natural habitat of Salacia krigsneri?

Tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests

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,