Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Oxalidales
Genus:
Species:
leptophylla
ID:
500078

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kaneh. & Hatus.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 56: 320 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000499410



Common Names

  • Sericolea leptophylla
  • Leptophylla Sericolea
  • Sericolea Tree


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Description

Sericolea leptophylla (also called Sericolea, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Sapotaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in lowland and hill forests. It is a medium-sized tree, growing up to 25 meters tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 1 meter. Its bark is greyish-brown, and its leaves are dark green and glossy.

Uses & Benefits

Sericolea leptophylla is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Sericolea leptophylla is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small and black, while the seedlings are light green and have multiple stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sericolea leptophylla is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. It is a slow-growing tree that can reach heights of up to 30 meters. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be soaked in warm water for 24 hours before planting. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature trees and planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Sericolea leptophylla

Sericolea leptophylla is native to India and can be found in the forests of the Western Ghats.

Sericolea leptophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sericolea leptophylla?

Sericolea leptophylla

What is the common name of Sericolea leptophylla?

White Meranti

Where is Sericolea leptophylla found?

It is found in the rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra

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

Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
Ryōzō Kanehira (1882-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaneh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:835110-1: Based on the initial data import