Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
laotica
ID:
437365

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pitard.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Fl. Indo-Chine 1: 906 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436697



Common Names

  • Salacia laotica
  • Laotica Salacia
  • Salacia Salacia


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Description

Salacia laotica (also called Laotian 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 laotica is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, cough, and diarrhea. It is also used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Small, white, fragrant flowers. Seed: Small, black, oval-shaped seeds. Seedlings: Small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia laotica can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is best to plant in spring or autumn, and to water regularly.

Where to Find Salacia laotica

Salacia laotica can be found in Laos.

Salacia laotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia laotica?

Salacia laotica

What is the common name of Salacia laotica?

Unknown

Where is Salacia laotica 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,