Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
polysperma
ID:
1277446

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hu

Source:
tro

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Bull. Fan Mem. Inst. Biol. , Bot. 10: 153 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276784



Common Names

  • Polysperma Salacia
  • Polysperma Salacia
  • Polysperma Salacia Salacia


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Description

Salacia polysperma (also called Indian Salacia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a smooth, grey bark and its leaves are alternate, simple, and ovate. It grows in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in open grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia polysperma is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salacia polysperma is a small, white, star-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green, grass-like plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia polysperma is a terrestrial plant that can be propagated by seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, shady conditions and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It is best to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. It is also important to fertilize the soil with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Salacia polysperma

Salacia polysperma is native to Southeast Asia. It can be found in moist forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Salacia polysperma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia polysperma?

Salacia polysperma

What is the family of Salacia polysperma?

Hippocrateaceae

What is the habitat of Salacia polysperma?

Tropical and subtropical moist forests

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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