Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
wayanadica
ID:
1317730

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sujana, Nagaraju, M.K.R.Narayanan & Anil Kumar

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Taiwania 60: 91 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330184



Common Names

  • Salacia Wayanadica
  • Wayanadica Salacia
  • Salacia Veins


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Description

Salacia wayanadica (also called Wayanad salacia, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to India. It is a perennial shrub that grows in moist, shady areas such as forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Salacia wayanadica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a cut flower for decoration. The plant has medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Salacia wayanadica has yellow flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia wayanadica is a tropical plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is by seed or division of the plant.

Where to Find Salacia wayanadica

Salacia wayanadica can be found in the tropical regions of India.

Salacia wayanadica FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Salacia wayanadica?

Salacia wayanadica is found in tropical rainforests in India.

What is the size of Salacia wayanadica?

Salacia wayanadica is a small shrub, typically reaching a height of 1-2 m.

What are the blooming times of Salacia wayanadica?

Salacia wayanadica typically blooms in the spring and summer months.

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,

References

N. Anil Kumar: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anil Kumar' in the authors string.
Kanjiraparambil Arjunan Sujana (b.1981): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sujana' in the authors string.
Siddabathula Nagaraju: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nagaraju' in the authors string.
M.K. Ratheesh Narayanan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.K.R.Narayanan' in the authors string.