Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Species:
moaense
ID:
554197

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bisse & J.E.Gut.) J.E.Gut.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Fl. Rep. Cuba , Ser. A., 6(4): 30 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000553529

Common Names

  • Moaense Sideroxylon
  • Moaense's Sideroxylon
  • Moaense Sideroxylon

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Synonyms

  • Bumelia moaensis Bisse & J.E.Gut. [unknown]

Description

Sideroxylon moaense (also called Moaense buckthorn, among many other common names) is a small evergreen tree native to the Caribbean. It typically grows in dry, rocky soils and is often found in open, grassy areas. It has small, white flowers and narrow, dark green leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Sideroxylon moaense is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb that has been used to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may help to reduce the risk of certain diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sideroxylon moaense 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sideroxylon moaense is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by taking cuttings in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the top of the plant and placed in a pot with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root in a few weeks.

Where to Find Sideroxylon moaense

Sideroxylon moaense can be found in Cuba.

Sideroxylon moaense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sideroxylon moaense?

Sideroxylon moaense

What is the common name of Sideroxylon moaense?

Moa Sideroxylon

Where is Sideroxylon moaense found?

Sideroxylon moaense 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-265926: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Bisse (1935-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bisse' in the authors string.
Jorge E. Gutiérrez Amaro (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Gut.' in the authors string.