Ternstroemia camelliifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
camelliifolia
ID:
459999
Status:
valid
Authors:
Linden & Planch.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1863
Citation Micro:
Pl. Columb. 1: 56 (1863)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459331
Common Names
- Ternstroemia camelliifolia
- Camellia-leaf Snowbell
- Camellia-leaf Bellflower
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Ternstroemia nudiflora (Choisy) Urb. [unknown]
- Ternstroemia dentata nudiflora Choisy [unknown]
Description
Ternstroemia camelliifolia (also called Camellia-leaved Ternstroemia, among many other common names) is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to China, Japan, and Taiwan. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the spring. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade.
Uses & Benefits
Ternstroemia camelliifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in herbal medicine to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Ternstroemia camelliifolia var. minor Kobuski & Steyerm.Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Ternstroemia camelliifolia are small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin, green and have a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ternstroemia camelliifolia is an evergreen shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is hardy to USDA Zones 9-11.
Where to Find Ternstroemia camelliifolia
Ternstroemia camelliifolia is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist forests and thickets.
Ternstroemia camelliifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia camelliifolia?
Ternstroemia camelliifolia
What type of plant is Ternstroemia camelliifolia?
Ternstroemia camelliifolia is a shrub
Where is Ternstroemia camelliifolia native to?
Ternstroemia camelliifolia is native to Mexico
Species in the Ternstroemia genus
Ternstroemia acuminata, Ternstroemia crassifolia, Ternstroemia clusiifolia, Ternstroemia cernua, Ternstroemia candolleana, Ternstroemia britteniana, Ternstroemia brasiliensis, Ternstroemia coriacea, Ternstroemia penangiana, Ternstroemia rostrata, Ternstroemia patens, Ternstroemia parviflora, Ternstroemia punctata, Ternstroemia flavescens, Ternstroemia hartii, Ternstroemia granulata, Ternstroemia oligostemon, Ternstroemia laevigata, Ternstroemia elliptica, Ternstroemia microcarpa, Ternstroemia microcalyx, Ternstroemia meridionalis, Ternstroemia lowii, Ternstroemia lineata, Ternstroemia elongata, Ternstroemia ekmanii, Ternstroemia dura, Ternstroemia duidae, Ternstroemia distyla, Ternstroemia discoidea, Ternstroemia denticulata, Ternstroemia foetida, Ternstroemia citrina, Ternstroemia cherryi, Ternstroemia kanehirai, Ternstroemia howardiana, Ternstroemia houtsoortiana, Ternstroemia hosei, Ternstroemia campinicola, Ternstroemia guanchezii, Ternstroemia gracilifolia, Ternstroemia glomerata, Ternstroemia glandulosa, Ternstroemia gitingensis, Ternstroemia chapaensis, Ternstroemia beccarii, Ternstroemia camelliifolia, Ternstroemia calycina, Ternstroemia buxifolia, Ternstroemia bullata,
Species in the Pentaphylacaceae family
Adinandra angustifolia, Adinandra acuminata, Adinandra acuta, Adinandra angulata, Adinandra anisobasis, Adinandra annamensis, Adinandra apoensis, Adinandra argentifolia, Adinandra auriformis, Adinandra bicuspidata, Adinandra bockiana, Adinandra borneensis, Adinandra brassii, Adinandra brefeldii, Adinandra calciphila, Adinandra caudata, Adinandra celebica, Adinandra clemensiae, Adinandra coarctata, Adinandra collettiana, Adinandra collina, Adinandra colombonensis, Adinandra cordifolia, Adinandra corneriana, Adinandra crassifolia, Adinandra dasyantha, Adinandra donnaiensis, Adinandra dubia, Adinandra dumosa, Adinandra elegans, Adinandra elliptica, Adinandra endertii, Adinandra epunctata, Adinandra excelsa, Adinandra eymae, Adinandra filipes, Adinandra forbesii, Adinandra formosana, Adinandra gallatlyi, Adinandra glischroloma, Adinandra grandifolia, Adinandra grandis, Adinandra griffithii, Adinandra hainanensis, Adinandra hirta, Adinandra howii, Adinandra impressa, Adinandra inaequalis, Adinandra integerrima, Adinandra javanica,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2521104: Based on the initial data import
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.