Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
vernicosa
ID:
746561

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lombardi

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 28(3): 319 (-320; fig. 4). 2010 [6 Jun 2010]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000745894



Common Names

  • Salacia Vernicosa
  • Varnished Salacia
  • Salacia Vernicosa


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Description

Salacia vernicosa (also called Vernicosa, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Celastraceae family, native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in wet and dry forests, as well as in disturbed areas and open fields.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia vernicosa is used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive white flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salacia vernicosa has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia vernicosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. When propagating from seed, sow in spring or early summer and cover lightly with soil. When propagating by cuttings, take semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn and root in moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Salacia vernicosa

Salacia vernicosa can be found in tropical and subtropical Asia, from India to China and Japan.

Salacia vernicosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia vernicosa?

Salacia vernicosa

What is the common name of Salacia vernicosa?

Varnish Wattle

What is the natural habitat of Salacia vernicosa?

Salacia vernicosa is found in dry, rocky places in the Mediterranean region.

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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