Ternstroemia microcarpa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microcarpa
ID:
459698
Status:
valid
Authors:
Turcz.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Imp. Naturalistes Moscou 31(I): 241 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459030
Common Names
- Ternstroemia microcarpa
- Small-fruited Ternstroemia
- Ternstroemia
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- Taonabo microcarpa (Turcz.) Szyszyl. [unknown]
Description
Ternstroemia microcarpa (also called Ternstroemia japonica, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Theaceae. It is native to Japan, China, Korea, and Taiwan. It is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 3-4 meters and has dark green, glossy leaves. It produces small white flowers in the summer.
Uses & Benefits
Ternstroemia microcarpa 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 microcarpa 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ternstroemia microcarpa is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 4-6 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seeds or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Ternstroemia microcarpa
Ternstroemia microcarpa is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia. It can be found in the countries of Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia.
Ternstroemia microcarpa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia microcarpa?
Ternstroemia microcarpa
What is the common name of Ternstroemia microcarpa?
Cherry-laurel
What is the natural habitat of Ternstroemia microcarpa?
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
Nikolai Turczaninov (1796-1864): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Turcz.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:829630-1: Based on the initial data import