Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Genus:
Species:
coriacea
ID:
414605

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.C.Sm.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1940

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 3: 480 (1940)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000413937



Common Names

  • Coriacea Tontelea
  • Tontelea coriacea
  • Tontelea


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Synonyms

  • Salacia coriacea (A.C.Sm.) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]

Description

Tontelea coriacea (also called 'Coriaceous Tontelea', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It has a woody stem with small white flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tontelea coriacea is an ornamental plant that is used for landscaping and for its medicinal properties. It is used to treat fever, headache, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flowers are small and white, with a yellow center. Seeds are small and round, with a black, shiny surface. Seedlings are small and thin, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tontelea coriacea is a perennial herb native to Brazil. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a rock garden.

Where to Find Tontelea coriacea

Tontelea coriacea is native to South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Tontelea coriacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tontelea coriacea?

Tontelea coriacea

What type of plant is Tontelea coriacea?

Tropical shrub

What is the natural habitat of Tontelea coriacea?

Rainforest

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