Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
salignus
ID:
1334812

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.T.Hunter & J.J.Bruhl) I.Telford & Pruesapan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Austral. Syst. Bot. 29(3): 230. 2016 [29 Nov 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347266



Common Names

  • Synostemon salignus
  • Salignus Synostemon
  • S. Synostemon


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Description

Synostemon salignus (also called Willow Synostemon, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It has glossy, dark green leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. The flowers have a white center and yellow-green petals.

Uses & Benefits

Synostemon salignus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Synostemon salignus is a small, white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Synostemon salignus is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Synostemon salignus

Synostemon salignus can be found in Mexico.

Synostemon salignus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Synostemon salignus?

Synostemon salignus

What is the common name of Synostemon salignus?

Willow-leaved synostemon

Where is Synostemon salignus found?

It is found in South Africa

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

References

John T. Hunter (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.T.Hunter' in the authors string.
Jeremy Bruhl (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.J.Bruhl' in the authors string.
Ian R.H. Telford (b.1941): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Telford' in the authors string.
Kanchana Pruesapan (b.1973): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruesapan' in the authors string.