Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
1260395

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
tro

Year:
1825

Citation Micro:
Bijdr. Fl. Ned. Ind. : 221 (1825)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259733



Common Names

  • Salacia macrophylla
  • Large-leaved Salacia
  • Big-leaved Salacia


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Description

Salacia macrophylla (also called Salacia macrophylla, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in dry grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia macrophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salacia macrophylla has yellow flowers with dark centers and long, narrow seed pods. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, thin stems and small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia macrophylla can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept at a temperature of 25-30°C (77-86°F). Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood shoots and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The cuttings should be kept at a temperature of 20-25°C (68-77°F). The plants should be grown in a sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Salacia macrophylla

Salacia macrophylla can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, including Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.

Salacia macrophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia macrophylla?

Salacia macrophylla

What is the common name of Salacia macrophylla?

Large-leaf Salacia

What is the natural habitat of Salacia macrophylla?

It is found in wetland habitats, such as marshes, swamps, and along streams and rivers

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,