Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sandwithii
ID:
423288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ewan

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 35: 309 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000422620



Common Names

  • Vismia
  • Coralberry
  • Sandwith's Vismia


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Description

Vismia sandwithii (also called Sandwith's vismia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It grows in moist areas such as wetlands, swamps, and lakesides.

Uses & Benefits

Vismia sandwithii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other wildlife. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Vismia sandwithii has small, white flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Vismia sandwithii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Vismia sandwithii

Vismia sandwithii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Vismia sandwithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Vismia sandwithii?

Vismia sandwithii

What type of plant is Vismia sandwithii?

Vismia sandwithii is a shrub

Where is Vismia sandwithii found?

Vismia sandwithii is found in India

Species in the Vismia genus

Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia lindeniana, Vismia lauriformis, Vismia laxiflora, Vismia macrophylla, Vismia magnoliifolia, Vismia sprucei, Vismia japurensis, Vismia laevis, Vismia guianensis, Vismia baccifera, Vismia billbergiana, Vismia ferruginea, Vismia tenuinervia, Vismia sandwithii, Vismia steyermarkii, Vismia camparaguey, Vismia cayennensis, Vismia sessilifolia, Vismia bemerguii, Vismia micrantha, Vismia cavalcantii, Vismia cavanillesiana, Vismia confertiflora, Vismia cuatrecasasii, Vismia glabra, Vismia gracilis, Vismia martiana, Vismia minutiflora, Vismia obtusa, Vismia parviflora, Vismia plicatifolia, Vismia pozuzoensis, Vismia ramuliflora, Vismia rufa, Vismia tomentosa, Vismia jefensis, Vismia latisepala, Vismia floribunda, Vismia rusbyi, Vismia lateriflora, Vismia mandurr, Vismia brasiliensis, Vismia cauliflora, Vismia crassa, Vismia pentagyna, Vismia latifolia, Vismia conduplicata, Vismia atlantica, Vismia cavalcantei,

Species in the Hypericaceae family

Cratoxylum arborescens, Cratoxylum cochinchinense, Cratoxylum formosum, Cratoxylum glaucum, Cratoxylum maingayi, Cratoxylum sumatranum, Eliea articulata, Harungana madagascariensis, Harungana montana, Harungana montana, Harungana rubescens, Hypericum abilianum, Hypericum aciferum, Hypericum acmosepalum, Hypericum acostanum, Hypericum addingtonii, Hypericum adenotrichum, Hypericum adpressum, Hypericum aegypticum, Hypericum aethiopicum, Hypericum afrum, Hypericum amblyocalyx, Hypericum amblysepalum, Hypericum andjerinum, Hypericum androsaemum, Hypericum annulatum, Hypericum apiculatum, Hypericum apricum, Hypericum armenum, Hypericum asahinae, Hypericum ascyron, Hypericum asperuloides, Hypericum asperulum, Hypericum assamicum, Hypericum athoum, Hypericum atomarium, Hypericum attenuatum, Hypericum aucheri, Hypericum augustinii, Hypericum australe, Hypericum aviculariifolium, Hypericum baccharoides, Hypericum balearicum, Hypericum balfourii, Hypericum barbatum, Hypericum beanii, Hypericum beccarii, Hypericum bellum, Hypericum benghalense, Hypericum bequaertii,

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