Description
Ternstroemia serrata (also called Serrate Ternstroemia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 5 meters tall. It is native to Japan and is often found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Ternstroemia serrata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal herb to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ternstroemia serrata is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a single, long, thin leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ternstroemia serrata is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4 m in height. It is best grown in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by cuttings or layering. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Layering is done by bending a branch to the ground and covering it with soil. The branch should be left in place until it has rooted, at which point it can be cut away from the parent plant.
Where to Find Ternstroemia serrata
Ternstroemia serrata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.