Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
preussii
ID:
1236429

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
tro

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 239 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001235767



Common Names

  • Salacia preussii
  • Preuss's Salacia
  • Salacia preussii


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Description

Salacia preussii (also called Preuss's Salacia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, yellow flowers and long, narrow leaves. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia preussii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating diabetes, obesity, and hypertension.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Salacia preussii var. louisii (Wilczek) N.Hallé
Salacia preussii var. preussii
Salacia preussii var. staudtii Loes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salacia preussii is small, white and has four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia preussii is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 15°F (-9°C). It is also tolerant of salt spray.

Where to Find Salacia preussii

Salacia preussii is found in tropical Africa.

Salacia preussii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia preussii?

Salacia preussii

What is the natural habitat of Salacia preussii?

Tropical Africa

What is the typical size of Salacia preussii?

Typically grows to a height of 1-2 feet

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,