Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
longipes
ID:
436406

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Oliver) N.Hallé

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Fl. Gabon 29: 65 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435738



Common Names

  • Salacia longipes
  • Long-footed Salacia
  • Long-footed Salacia Bush


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Synonyms

  • Thyrsosalacia longipes (Oliv.) Loes. [unknown]
  • Hippocratea longipes Oliv. [unknown]

Description

Salacia longipes (also called 'Long-stalked Salacia', among many other common names) is a shrub native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It grows in evergreen forests, and is characterized by its opposite, ovate leaves and its yellowish-white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia longipes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salacia longipes var. camerunensis (Loes.) N.Hallé
Salacia longipes var. longipetiolata (Loes.) N.Hallé
Salacia longipes var. longipes

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salacia longipes is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia longipes is a perennial succulent that is propagated by seed or cuttings. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers sandy, well-drained soils. It is best grown in full sun and can tolerate some shade. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Salacia longipes

Salacia longipes can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Salacia longipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia longipes?

Salacia longipes

What is the common name of Salacia longipes?

Long-stalked Salacia

What is the habitat of Salacia longipes?

Salacia longipes is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests in 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2481079: Based on the initial data import
Nicolas Hallé (1927-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.Hallé' in the authors string.