Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
noronhioides
ID:
436424

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pierre

Source:
ksu

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Fl. Forest. Cochinch. : t. 297a (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435756



Common Names

  • Salacia noronhioides
  • Noronhioides Salacia
  • Noronhioides Salacia


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Description

Salacia noronhioides (also called Noronha salacia, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has a woody stem and small, elliptic leaves. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salacia noronhioides 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 noronhioides is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that is native to India. It can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, well-draining medium. Division can be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Both methods should be kept moist until established.

Where to Find Salacia noronhioides

Salacia noronhioides can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Salacia noronhioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia noronhioides?

Salacia noronhioides

What is the common name of Salacia noronhioides?

Noronh's Salacia

What is the habitat of Salacia noronhioides?

Salacia noronhioides 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,