Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
winkleri
ID:
435989

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 43: 413 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000435321

Common Names

  • Sorindeia Winkleri
  • Winkler's Sorindeia
  • Winkler's Sorindeia

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Synonyms

  • Sorindeia mildbraedii Engl. & Brehmer [unknown]
  • Sorindeia immersinervia Engl. & Brehmer [unknown]

Description

Sorindeia winkleri (also called Winkleri Sorindeia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows to a height of 3-7 m (10-23 ft). It has leathery, oblong-elliptic leaves and white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sorindeia winkleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a ground cover in dry areas and can be used to make a hedge or border. The leaves can be used to make a tea that has a mild laxative effect.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sorindeia winkleri has small, white flowers with five petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sorindeia winkleri can be propagated through seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained, sandy compost. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be grown in partial shade and in well-drained soil.

Where to Find Sorindeia winkleri

Sorindeia winkleri is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Oaxaca and Veracruz.

Sorindeia winkleri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sorindeia winkleri?

Sorindeia winkleri

What are the common names of Sorindeia winkleri?

Winkler's Tree

What is the distribution range of Sorindeia winkleri?

India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand

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,

References