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
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.
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 Strombosia genus
Strombosia javanica,
Strombosia grandifolia,
Strombosia ceylanica,
Strombosia gossweileri,
Strombosia nana,
Strombosia scheffleri,
Strombosia pustulata,
Strombosia nigropunctata,
Strombosia philippinensis,
Strombosia zenkeri,
Strombosia fleuryana,
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,