Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Species:
toquian
ID:
460174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.-Vill.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1880

Citation Micro:
Fl. Filip., ed. 3 , 4(13A): 19 (1880)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000459506



Common Names

  • Ternstroemia toquian
  • Toquian Ternstroemia
  • Toquian False Boxwood


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Synonyms

  • Llanosia toquian Blanco [unknown]
  • Ternstroemia lobbiana Pierre [unknown]

Description

Ternstroemia toquian (also called Toquian 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 toquian 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 flowers of Ternstroemia toquian are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ternstroemia toquian 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 toquian

Ternstroemia toquian is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan.

Ternstroemia toquian FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ternstroemia toquian?

Ternstroemia toquian

What is the common name of Ternstroemia toquian?

Toquian ternstroemia

What is the natural habitat of Ternstroemia toquian?

Grasslands and open woodlands

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,