Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Santalales
Family:
Species:
nigropunctata
ID:
506264

Status:
valid

Authors:
Louis & J.Léonard

Source:
cmp

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 18: 148 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000505596



Common Names

  • Strombosia nigropunctata
  • Black-spotted Strombosia
  • Black-spotted Olive


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Description

Strombosia nigropunctata (also called Black-spotted Strombosia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Olacaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India and Sri Lanka to China, Japan, and Indonesia. It is a small shrub, growing in open forests, scrub, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Strombosia nigropunctata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Strombosia nigropunctata has a white flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are short and thin with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Strombosia nigropunctata is a tropical evergreen tree that can be cultivated in warm climates. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be planted in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from mature branches and planted in a moist soil mix.

Where to Find Strombosia nigropunctata

Strombosia nigropunctata can be found in tropical Asia.

Strombosia nigropunctata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Strombosia nigropunctata?

Strombosia nigropunctata

What is the common name of Strombosia nigropunctata?

Black-spotted Strombosia

What is the natural habitat of Strombosia nigropunctata?

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and the Americas

Species in the Olacaceae family

Anacolosa casearioides, Anacolosa cauliflora, Anacolosa clarkii, Anacolosa crassipes, Anacolosa densiflora, Anacolosa frutescens, Anacolosa glochidiiformis, Anacolosa griffithii, Anacolosa ilicoides, Anacolosa insularis, Anacolosa lutea, Anacolosa papuana, Anacolosa pervilleana, Anacolosa poilanei, Anacolosa uncifera, Aptandra caudata, Aptandra liriosmoides, Aptandra tubicina, Aptandra zenkeri, Brachynema axillare, Brachynema ramiflorum, Cathedra acuminata, Cathedra bahiensis, Cathedra grandiflora, Cathedra paraensis, Cathedra rubricaulis, Chaunochiton angustifolium, Chaunochiton kappleri, Chaunochiton loranthoides, Coula edulis, Curupira tefeensis, Diogoa retivenia, Diogoa zenkeri, Douradoa consimilis, Engomegoma gordonii, Erythropalum scandens, Harmandia mekongensis, Heisteria acuminata, Heisteria amazonica, Heisteria asplundii, Heisteria barbata, Heisteria blanchetiana, Heisteria citrifolia, Heisteria coccinea, Heisteria concinna, Heisteria costaricensis, Heisteria cyathiformis, Heisteria densifrons, Heisteria duckei, Heisteria insculpta,

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