Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Wilczek
Source:
tro
Year:
1956
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 26: 412 (1956)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001275271
Common Names
- Maudouxii Salacia
- Salacia
- Maudouxii Salacia Tree
Description
Salacia maudouxii (also called 'Maudoux's Salacia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Celastraceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Salacia maudouxii is used in traditional medicine for the treatment of various ailments such as fever, colds, and stomach aches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Salacia maudouxii is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salacia maudouxii can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist medium. Both methods should be kept in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Salacia maudouxii
Salacia maudouxii is native to Madagascar and can be found in humid forests and along rivers.
Salacia maudouxii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salacia maudouxii?
Salacia maudouxii
What is the common name of Salacia maudouxii?
Salacia
What is the family of Salacia maudouxii?
Hippocrateaceae
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,