Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
letestui
ID:
437362

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pellegr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1922

Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. 28: 93 (1922)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000436694



Common Names

  • Salacia letestui
  • Letestui Salacia
  • Salacia Salacia


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Synonyms

  • Salacia bayakensis Pellegr. [illegitimate]

Description

Salacia letestui (also called Letestu's 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 letestui has various medicinal uses including treating 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 letestui 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 letestui

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

Salacia letestui FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia letestui?

Salacia letestui

What is the common name of Salacia letestui?

Unknown

Where is Salacia letestui 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,

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