Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
crenata
ID:
1063770

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sleumer

Source:
tro

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Adansonia , n.s., 10: 341 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001063108



Common Names

  • Tisonia Crenata
  • Crenate Tisonia
  • Crenate Tisonia Tree


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Description

Tisonia crenata (also called Crenate Tisonia, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree or shrub native to Central and South America. It has a single trunk with a rounded crown and leathery, glossy leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and in humid and wet montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Tisonia crenata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tisonia crenata has small, white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tisonia crenata is a small, evergreen tree native to Madagascar. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Once established, Tisonia crenata should be grown in partial shade and given regular waterings.

Where to Find Tisonia crenata

Tisonia crenata is found in the tropical forests of South East Asia.

Species in the Salicaceae family

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