Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
calophylla
ID:
500168

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ridl.) Schltr.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1918

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 55: 194 (1918)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499500



Common Names

  • Sericolea Calophylla
  • Lemon-scented Myrtle
  • Lemon Myrtle


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Synonyms

  • Pyrsonota calophylla Ridl. [unknown]

Description

Sericolea calophylla (also called Sericolea, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of South-East Asia. It has long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas of forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Sericolea calophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sericolea calophylla is small and white with a yellow center. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sericolea calophylla can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil mix. It should be watered regularly, but not allowed to become waterlogged. Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Sericolea calophylla

Sericolea calophylla is native to tropical regions of Africa, South America, and Southeast Asia.

Sericolea calophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sericolea calophylla?

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What is the common name of Sericolea calophylla?

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What is the natural habitat of Sericolea calophylla?

Tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Elaeocarpaceae family

Aceratium archboldianum, Aceratium brassii, Aceratium calomala, Aceratium concinnum, Aceratium dasyphyllum, Aceratium doggrellii, Aceratium ferrugineum, Aceratium hypoleucum, Aceratium ledermannii, Aceratium megalospermum, Aceratium muellerianum, Aceratium oppositifolium, Aceratium pachypetalum, Aceratium parvifolium, Aceratium pittosporoides, Aceratium sericeum, Aceratium sericoleopsis, Aceratium sinuatum, Aceratium sphaerocarpum, Aceratium tomentosum, Aristotelia australasica, Aristotelia chilensis, Aristotelia colensoi, Aristotelia fruticosa, Aristotelia peduncularis, Aristotelia serrata, Crinodendron brasiliense, Crinodendron hookerianum, Crinodendron patagua, Crinodendron tucumanum, Dubouzetia acuminata, Dubouzetia australiensis, Dubouzetia campanulata, Dubouzetia caudiculata, Dubouzetia confusa, Dubouzetia dentata, Dubouzetia elegans, Dubouzetia galorei, Dubouzetia guillauminii, Dubouzetia kairoi, Dubouzetia saxatilis, Elaeocarpus glandulosus, Elaeocarpus tremulus, Elaeocarpus sedentarius, Elaeocarpus acmocarpus, Elaeocarpus acmosepalus, Elaeocarpus acrantherus, Elaeocarpus acronodia, Elaeocarpus acuminatus, Elaeocarpus adenopus,

References

Henry Nicholas Ridley (1855-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ridl.' in the authors string.
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:835099-1: Based on the initial data import