Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
declinata
ID:
193612

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jack) Miq.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1855

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ned. Ind.1(1): 84 (1855)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000192941



Common Names

  • Saraca declinata
  • Ashoka Tree
  • Saraca Ashoka


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Synonyms

  • Saraca biglandulosa Pierre [valid]
  • Saraca cauliflora Baker [valid]
  • Saraca macroptera Miq. [valid]
  • Saraca macroptera paucijuga Craib [unknown]
  • Saraca macroptera siamensis Craib [unknown]
  • Saraca thorelii Gagnep. [valid]
  • Saraca zollingeriana Miq. [valid]
  • Jonesia declinata Jack [valid]
  • Saraca palembanica (Miq.) Baker [valid]
  • Saraca lanceolata Merr. [valid]
  • Saraca crassifolia Ridl. [valid]
  • Saraca elegans Ridl. [valid]
  • Saraca longistyla Ridl. [valid]
  • Saraca obtusifolia Miq. [valid]
  • Saraca indica sensu Miq., non L. [deprecated]
  • Jonesia palembanica Miq. [valid]
  • Saraca macroptera parviflora Prain [valid]
  • Jonesia javanica Blume ex Miq. [invalid]
  • Jonesia macroptera Miq. [invalid]
  • Saraca elmeri Ridl. [valid]

Description

Saraca declinata (also called Ashoka, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a tree that grows up to 30 m tall, with yellow flowers. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as forests and riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Saraca declinata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Saraca declinata has small, yellow flowers with white centers. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saraca declinata is a tropical tree that can be propagated through seeds. It prefers a warm, humid climate and does best in well-drained, fertile soil. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and requires regular watering. It can be propagated through cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Saraca declinata

Saraca declinata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Saraca declinata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saraca declinata?

Saraca declinata

What type of plant is Saraca declinata?

A shrub

Where is Saraca declinata found?

In tropical and subtropical regions of the world

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.