Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lucida
ID:
1243372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Kurz

Source:
tro

Year:
1877

Citation Micro:
Forest Fl. Burma 1: 73 (1877)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242710



Common Names

  • Scolopia lucida
  • Shining Scolopia
  • Scolopia


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Description

Scolopia lucida (also called Shining Scolopia, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to Japan. 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

Scolopia lucida 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 Scolopia lucida 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

Scolopia lucida is a small to medium-sized tree, growing up to 15 m tall. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia. Propagation is by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Germination usually takes place within two weeks.

Where to Find Scolopia lucida

Scolopia lucida is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Scolopia lucida FAQ

What type of plant is Scolopia lucida?

Scolopia lucida is a type of evergreen tree.

Where does Scolopia lucida grow?

Scolopia lucida is native to Southeast Asia.

What are the care requirements for Scolopia lucida?

Scolopia lucida prefers full sun and well-draining soil.

Species in the Scolopia genus

Scolopia luzonensis, Scolopia macrophylla, Scolopia nitida, Scolopia zeyheri, Scolopia germainii, Scolopia heterophylla, Scolopia kermodei, Scolopia novoguineensis, Scolopia spinosa, Scolopia steenisiana, Scolopia rhamniphylla, Scolopia closii, Scolopia crassipes, Scolopia crenata, Scolopia acuminata, Scolopia braunii, Scolopia brownii, Scolopia inappendiculata, Scolopia coriacea, Scolopia taimbarina, Scolopia hazomby, Scolopia erythrocarpa, Scolopia thouvenoti, Scolopia manongarivae, Scolopia flanaganii, Scolopia mundii, Scolopia oreophila, Scolopia stolzii, Scolopia pusilla, Scolopia orientalis, Scolopia meridionalis, Scolopia septentrionalis, Scolopia calcicola, Scolopia spinescens, Scolopia montana, Scolopia madagascariensis, Scolopia theifolia, Scolopia zeyheri, Scolopia chinensis, Scolopia buxifolia, Scolopia saeva, Scolopia lucida, Scolopia maoulidae, Scolopia oldhamii, Scolopia delphinensis, Scolopia mundtii, Scolopia parkinsonii, Scolopia clossiana,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50120566: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.