Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ceylanicum
ID:
1243375

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Gardner) Benth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
J. Proc. Linn. Soc., Bot. 4: 35 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242713



Common Names

  • Homalium ceylanicum
  • Ceylonese Homalium
  • Homalium


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Description

Homalium ceylanicum (also called Ceylon Homalium, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Sri Lanka. It has small, white flowers and leathery leaves. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in forests and along streambanks.

Uses & Benefits

Homalium ceylanicum is used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Homalium ceylanicum are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small with thin stems and oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalium ceylanicum is a tropical evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Homalium ceylanicum

Homalium ceylanicum is native to Sri Lanka and can be found in the provinces of Central, Uva, and Eastern.

Homalium ceylanicum FAQ

What type of plant is Homalium ceylanicum?

Homalium ceylanicum is a type of evergreen tree.

Where does Homalium ceylanicum grow?

Homalium ceylanicum is native to Southeast Asia.

What are the care requirements for Homalium ceylanicum?

Homalium ceylanicum prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Species in the Homalium genus

Homalium abdessammadii, Homalium acuminatum, Homalium acutissimum, Homalium africanum, Homalium alnifolium, Homalium aneityense, Homalium angustifolium, Homalium austrocaledonicum, Homalium barandae, Homalium betulifolium, Homalium bismarckense, Homalium brachybotrys, Homalium bracteatum, Homalium brevidens, Homalium burmanicum, Homalium buxifolium, Homalium caput-avis, Homalium caryophyllaceum, Homalium celebicum, Homalium chasei, Homalium circumpinnatum, Homalium cochinchinense, Homalium dalzielii, Homalium dasyanthum, Homalium decurrens, Homalium dentrecasteauxense, Homalium deplanchei, Homalium dewevrei, Homalium dewitii, Homalium dictyoneurum, Homalium elegantulum, Homalium francii, Homalium fulviflorum, Homalium gitingense, Homalium glabrifolium, Homalium gracilipes, Homalium grandiflorum, Homalium guianense, Homalium guillainii, Homalium henriquesii, Homalium hypolasium, Homalium intermedium, Homalium jainii, Homalium juxtapositum, Homalium kanaliense, Homalium kunstleri, Homalium lastoursvillense, Homalium laurifolium, Homalium le-ratiorum, Homalium letestui,

Species in the Salicaceae family

Abatia angeliana, Abatia americana, Abatia canescens, Abatia glabra, Abatia mexicana, Abatia microphylla, Abatia parviflora, Abatia rugosa, Abatia spicata, Abatia stellata, Azara alpina, Azara celastrina, Azara dentata, Azara integrifolia, Azara intermedia, Azara lanceolata, Azara microphylla, Azara petiolaris, Azara salicifolia, Azara serrata, Azara uruguayensis, Banara acunae, Banara arguta, Banara axilliflora, Banara boliviana, Banara brasiliensis, Banara brittonii, Banara caymanensis, Banara cordifolia, Banara domingensis, Banara excisa, Banara glauca, Banara guianensis, Banara ibaguensis, Banara larensis, Banara leptophylla, Banara minutiflora, Banara nitida, Banara orinocensis, Banara parviflora, Banara portoricensis, Banara quinquenervis, Banara regia, Banara riparia, Banara riscoi, Banara saxicola, Banara selleana, Banara serrata, Banara splendens, Banara tomentosa,

References

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
George Gardner (1812-1849): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gardner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:779874-1: Based on the initial data import