Status:
valid
Authors:
(Urb.) Bisse, J.E.Gut. & Iglesias
Source:
wcs
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 21: 147 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553518
Common Names
- Ekmanianus Sideroxylon
- Ekmanianus' Sideroxylon
- Ekmanianus Sideroxylon
Synonyms
- Bumelia cubensis ekmaniana (Urb.) Borhidi [unknown]
- Bumelia ekmaniana (Urb.) Bisse & J.E.Gut. [unknown]
- Dipholis ekmaniana Urb. [unknown]
Description
Sideroxylon ekmanianus (also called Ekman's Ironwood, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has grey-green leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas, and on hillsides and slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Sideroxylon ekmanianus has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including fatigue, digestive issues, and respiratory problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sideroxylon ekmanianus has small, white flowers with five petals and a long, narrow seed pod. The seedlings are small and have a thick, waxy coating. The seeds are small and black.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sideroxylon ekmanianus is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seed should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a seed bed outdoors. Division should be done in spring or early summer. The plants should be divided into clumps of 3-4 plants and replanted in a sunny location.
Where to Find Sideroxylon ekmanianus
Sideroxylon ekmanianus can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Sideroxylon ekmanianus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sideroxylon ekmanianus?
Sideroxylon ekmanianus
What is the common name of Sideroxylon ekmanianus?
Ekman's Sideroxylon
Where is Sideroxylon ekmanianus found?
Sideroxylon ekmanianus is found in Turkey
Species in the Sideroxylon genus
Sideroxylon acunae,
Sideroxylon alachense,
Sideroxylon altamiranoi,
Sideroxylon americanum,
Sideroxylon anomalum,
Sideroxylon beguei,
Sideroxylon bequaertii,
Sideroxylon betsimisarakum,
Sideroxylon borbonicum,
Sideroxylon boutonianum,
Sideroxylon bullatum,
Sideroxylon cantoniense,
Sideroxylon capiri,
Sideroxylon capuronii,
Sideroxylon cartilagineum,
Sideroxylon celastrinum,
Sideroxylon cinereum,
Sideroxylon contrerasii,
Sideroxylon cubense,
Sideroxylon dominicanum,
Sideroxylon durifolium,
Sideroxylon eriocarpum,
Sideroxylon eucoriaceum,
Sideroxylon eucuneifolium,
Sideroxylon excavatum,
Sideroxylon fimbriatum,
Sideroxylon floribundum,
Sideroxylon foetidissimum,
Sideroxylon galeatum,
Sideroxylon gerrardianum,
Sideroxylon grandiflorum,
Sideroxylon hirtiantherum,
Sideroxylon horridum,
Sideroxylon ibarrae,
Sideroxylon inerme,
Sideroxylon jubilla,
Sideroxylon lanuginosum,
Sideroxylon leucophyllum,
Sideroxylon lycioides,
Sideroxylon majus,
Sideroxylon marginatum,
Sideroxylon mascatense,
Sideroxylon mirmulans,
Sideroxylon mirmulano,
Sideroxylon montanum,
Sideroxylon nervosum,
Sideroxylon obovatum,
Sideroxylon obtusifolium,
Sideroxylon occidentale,
Sideroxylon octosepalum,
Species in the Sapotaceae family
Afrosersalisia rwandensis,
Amorphospermum antilogum,
Argania spinosa,
Aubregrinia taiensis,
Aulandra beccarii,
Aulandra cauliflora,
Aulandra longifolia,
Autranella congolensis,
Baillonella toxisperma,
Beccariella balansana,
Beccariella crebrifolia,
Beccariella lasiantha,
Beccariella novocaledonica,
Beccariella xerocarpa,
Beccariella brownlessiana,
Boerlagella spectabilis,
Breviea sericea,
Burckella banikiensis,
Burckella erythrophylla,
Burckella fijiensis,
Burckella hillii,
Burckella macropoda,
Burckella magusum,
Burckella obovata,
Burckella parvifolia,
Burckella polymera,
Burckella poolei,
Burckella richii,
Burckella sorei,
Burckella thurstonii,
Capurodendron androyense,
Capurodendron ankaranense,
Capurodendron antongiliense,
Capurodendron apollonioides,
Capurodendron bakeri,
Capurodendron costatum,
Capurodendron delphinense,
Capurodendron gracilifolium,
Capurodendron greveanum,
Capurodendron ludiifolium,
Capurodendron madagascariense,
Capurodendron mandrarense,
Capurodendron microphyllum,
Capurodendron nodosum,
Capurodendron perrieri,
Capurodendron pervillei,
Capurodendron pseudoterminalia,
Capurodendron rubrocostatum,
Capurodendron rufescens,
Capurodendron sakalavum,
References
Carlos G. Iglesias: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Iglesias' in the authors string.