Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
verrucosa
ID:
436449

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wight

Source:
ksu

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Ill. Ind. Bot. 1: 134 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435781



Common Names

  • Salacia verrucosa
  • Verrucosa Salacia
  • Verrucosa Salacia


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Synonyms

  • Salacia polyantha Korth. [illegitimate]
  • Salacia memecyloides Wall. [valid]
  • Salacia rugosa Wall. [invalid]
  • Salacia kunstleri King [valid]
  • Salacia garcinioides Ridl. [valid]
  • Annulodiscus nigricans Tardieu [unknown]

Description

Salacia verrucosa (also called Salacia verrucosa var. verrucosa, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to Africa. It has small, glossy, dark green leaves and is often found in tropical and subtropical regions. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as along streams and in forests.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Salacia verrucosa are small, white and fragrant. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia verrucosa is a shrub native to India. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers a warm, humid climate and well-drained soil. It should be planted in full sun or partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months.

Where to Find Salacia verrucosa

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

Salacia verrucosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia verrucosa?

Salacia verrucosa

What is the family of Salacia verrucosa?

Hippocrateaceae

What is the native range of Salacia verrucosa?

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,