Status:
valid
Authors:
I.H.Müll.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1996
Citation Micro:
Fl. Nouv.-Calédonie & Dépend. 20: 65 (1996)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435773
Common Names
- Salaciopsis longistyla
- Longistyla Salaciopsis
- Longistyla Salaciopsis
Description
Salaciopsis longistyla (also called Salaciopsis longistyla var. longistyla, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that is native to South America. 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
Salaciopsis longistyla 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 Salaciopsis longistyla 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Salaciopsis longistyla 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 Salaciopsis longistyla
Salaciopsis longistyla can be found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia.
Salaciopsis longistyla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salaciopsis longistyla?
Salaciopsis longistyla
What is the family of Salaciopsis longistyla?
Hippocrateaceae
What is the native range of Salaciopsis longistyla?
Madagascar
Species in the Salaciopsis genus
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
Iris H. Müller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.H.Müll.' in the authors string.