Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
zenkeri
ID:
436439

Status:
valid

Authors:
Loes.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1910

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 44: 193 (1910)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435771



Common Names

  • Salacia zenkeri
  • Zenkeri Salacia
  • Zenkeri Salacia


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Description

Salacia zenkeri (also called Salacia zenkerii, 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 zenkeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Salacia zenkeri is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Salacia zenkeri is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in late summer and rooted in a sandy soil.

Where to Find Salacia zenkeri

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

Salacia zenkeri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Salacia zenkeri?

Salacia zenkeri

What is the family of Salacia zenkeri?

Hippocrateaceae

What is the native range of Salacia zenkeri?

Tanzania

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,