Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
robusta
ID:
418692

Status:
valid

Authors:
Roxb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. ed. 1832 , 2: 386 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000418024



Common Names

  • Walsura robusta
  • Robusta Walsura
  • Walsura


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Synonyms

  • Scutinanthe boerlagii Hochr. [unknown]
  • Scytalia glabra Buch.-Ham. ex Wall. [unknown]
  • Surwala robusta M.Roem. [unknown]

Description

Walsura robusta (also called Indian Beechwood, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Asia. It has a spreading habit and grows in dry, deciduous forests.

Uses & Benefits

Walsura robusta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a medicinal plant for its diuretic, antiseptic, and astringent properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Walsura robusta is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown nut-like structure with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Walsura robusta is a tropical shrub that grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a warm, moist soil and keep the soil moist until germination. To propagate by cuttings, take cuttings from the tips of the stems and place them in a warm, moist soil. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.

Where to Find Walsura robusta

Walsura robusta can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Walsura robusta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Walsura robusta?

Walsura robusta

What is the common name of Walsura robusta?

Robust Walsura

Where is Walsura robusta native to?

India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Meliaceae family

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References