Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
meridionalis
ID:
459701

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mutis ex L.f.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1782

Citation Micro:
Suppl. Pl. : 264 (1782)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459033



Common Names

  • Ternstroemia Meridionalis
  • Meridionalis Ternstroemia
  • Ternstroemia


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Synonyms

  • Mokofua meridionalis (Mutis ex L.f.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mokofua andina (Wawra) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mokof meridionalis Kuntze [unknown]
  • Mokof andina Kuntze [unknown]
  • Ternstroemia andina Wawra [unknown]
  • Taonabo andina (Wawra) Szyszyl. [unknown]
  • Taonabo meridionalis (Mutis ex L.f.) Szyszyl. [unknown]

Description

Ternstroemia meridionalis (also called Southern Ternstroemia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Theaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It is a small tree or shrub, growing up to 10 m tall. Its leaves are obovate in shape, and its flowers are yellowish-white.

Uses & Benefits

Ternstroemia meridionalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ternstroemia meridionalis has white flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ternstroemia meridionalis is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through seed sowing or cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. The cuttings should be about 4 inches long and placed in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and in a warm location until the cuttings have rooted, which can take up to a month.

Where to Find Ternstroemia meridionalis

Ternstroemia meridionalis is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Ternstroemia meridionalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia meridionalis?

Ternstroemia meridionalis

What is the common name of Ternstroemia meridionalis?

Cherry-laurel

What is the natural habitat of Ternstroemia meridionalis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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-2520665: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus the Younger (1741-1783): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.f.' in the authors string.
José Celestino Mutis y Bosio (1732-1808): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mutis' in the authors string.