Salvadora alii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Brassicales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
alii
ID:
1511829
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rajput & Syeda
Source:
rhakhis
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
Pakistan J. Bot. 42(Sp. Issue): 63 (-66; fig. 1) (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-1000001252
Common Names
- Salvadora alii
- Alii's Salvadora
- Alii's Salvador
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Salvadora alii (also called Alii's Salvadora, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Central America. It has a rounded crown and small, glossy leaves. The flowers are fragrant and white, and the fruit is a yellow-green, ovoid drupe with a sweet, custard-like pulp.
Uses & Benefits
Salvadora alii is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Salvadora alii has small, white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seed is small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have two, oval, green cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Salvadora alii is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Salvadora alii
Salvadora alii can be found in the deserts of North Africa.
Salvadora alii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Salvadora alii?
Salvadora alii
What is the common name of Salvadora alii?
Alii Toothbrush Tree
What is the native range of Salvadora alii?
Middle East