Status:
valid
Authors:
King
Source:
ksu
Year:
1896
Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 65: 117 (1896)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000434917
Common Names
- Semecarpus subspathulata
- Subspathulate semecarpus
- Subspathulate foxnut
Description
Semecarpus subspathulata (also called Subspathulate-Fruit-Semecarpus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen tree native to India. It has a dense, rounded crown and its leaves are dark green and glossy. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in semi-shade or full sun and is tolerant of drought and frost.
Uses & Benefits
Semecarpus subspathulata is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an insect repellent and for making incense.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Semecarpus subspathulata are small and yellow, with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Semecarpus subspathulata is a small, evergreen tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical South America. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature branches and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist until the cuttings have rooted.
Where to Find Semecarpus subspathulata
Semecarpus subspathulata can be found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Semecarpus subspathulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Semecarpus subspathulata?
Semecarpus subspathulata
What type of plant is Semecarpus subspathulata?
Tree
Where does Semecarpus subspathulata originate from?
Asia
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,