Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
ochraceus
ID:
435673

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alston

Source:
ksu

Year:
1931

Citation Micro:
Handb. Fl. Ceylon 6(Suppl.): 62 (1931)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435005

Common Names

  • Ochraceus Semecarpus
  • Ochre Semecarpus
  • Semecarpus Ochraceus

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Description

Semecarpus ochraceus (also called Indian Butter Tree, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to India and Sri Lanka. It has a spreading crown and grows up to 25 meters in height. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Semecarpus ochraceus is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and urinary disorders. It is also used for making furniture, as a fuelwood, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Semecarpus ochraceus has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Semecarpus ochraceus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Semecarpus ochraceus

Semecarpus ochraceus can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Semecarpus ochraceus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Semecarpus ochraceus?

Semecarpus ochraceus

What are the common names of Semecarpus ochraceus?

Ochraceous Indian Butter Tree

What is the native range of Semecarpus ochraceus?

India

Species in the Semecarpus genus

Semecarpus angulatus, Semecarpus albicans, Semecarpus anacardiopsis, Semecarpus anacardium, Semecarpus australiensis, Semecarpus angustifolius, Semecarpus annamensis, Semecarpus aruensis, Semecarpus acuminata, Semecarpus balansae, Semecarpus decipiens, Semecarpus densiflorus, Semecarpus auriculata, Semecarpus forstenii, Semecarpus gardneri, Semecarpus euodiifolius, Semecarpus borneensis, Semecarpus brachystachys, Semecarpus bracteata, Semecarpus bunburyana, Semecarpus calcicola, Semecarpus cupularis, Semecarpus caudata, Semecarpus cochinchinensis, Semecarpus coriacea, Semecarpus cassuvium, Semecarpus subpeltata, Semecarpus subracemosa, Semecarpus subspathulata, Semecarpus trengganuensis, Semecarpus tannaensis, Semecarpus tonkinensis, Semecarpus trachyphylla, Semecarpus poyaensis, Semecarpus pseudoemarginata, Semecarpus pubescens, Semecarpus pulvinatus, Semecarpus reticulata, Semecarpus subpanduriformis, Semecarpus rostrata, Semecarpus stenophyllus, Semecarpus rufo-velutinus, Semecarpus sandakanus, Semecarpus schlechteri, Semecarpus riparius, Semecarpus travancorica, Semecarpus walkeri, Semecarpus velutina, Semecarpus venenosa, Semecarpus virotii,

Species in the Anacardiaceae family

Abrahamia buxifolia, Abrahamia thouvenotii, Abrahamia littoralis, Abrahamia latifolia, Abrahamia minutifolia, Abrahamia ditimena, Abrahamia betamponensis, Abrahamia capuronii, Abrahamia delphinensis, Abrahamia ellipticarpa, Abrahamia elongata, Abrahamia itromoensis, Abrahamia turkii, Abrahamia deflexa, Abrahamia grandidieri, Abrahamia humbertii, Abrahamia ibityensis, Abrahamia lecomtei, Abrahamia lenticellata, Abrahamia lokobensis, Abrahamia longipetiolata, Abrahamia louvelii, Abrahamia nitida, Abrahamia oblongifolia, Abrahamia pauciflora, Abrahamia phillipsonii, Abrahamia sambiranensis, Abrahamia sericea, Abrahamia suarezensis, Abrahamia viguieri, Abrahamia revoluta, Abrahamia antongilensis, Abrahamia darainensis, Abrahamia patrickii, Actinocheita filicina, Allospondias lakonensis, Allospondias laxiflora, Amphipterygium simplicifolium, Amphipterygium adstringens, Amphipterygium amplifolium, Amphipterygium glaucum, Amphipterygium molle, Anacardium amapaense, Anacardium amilcarianum, Anacardium brasiliense, Anacardium caracolii, Anacardium corymbosum, Anacardium curatellifolium, Anacardium excelsum, Anacardium fruticosum,