Strongylodon celebicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
celebicus
ID:
207911
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.F.Huang
Source:
ildis
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Wageningen Agric. Univ. Pap.90(8): 30 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207240
Common Names
- Strongylodon Celebicus
- Celebes Strongylodon
- Celebes Jade Vine
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Strongylodon celebicus (also called Celebes Jade Vine, among many other common names) is a woody climber that grows up to 15 m tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, and can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Strongylodon celebicus is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties. It is also used to treat fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Strongylodon celebicus is a yellow-orange color and is about 2 cm in diameter. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong shape with a length of about 0.5 cm. The seedlings are thin and delicate with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Strongylodon celebicus is a fast-growing, low-maintenance plant that is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil in a warm, sunny spot. To propagate by cuttings, take 3-4 inch cuttings from the stem and place them in a pot filled with moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.
Where to Find Strongylodon celebicus
Strongylodon celebicus can be found in the Philippines and Malaysia.
Strongylodon celebicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Strongylodon celebicus?
Strongylodon celebicus
What is the common name of Strongylodon celebicus?
Celebic Strongylodon
What is the family of Strongylodon celebicus?
Fabaceae
Species in the Strongylodon genus
Strongylodon macrobotrys, Strongylodon siderospermus, Strongylodon lucidus, Strongylodon ruber, Strongylodon craveniae, Strongylodon madagascariensis, Strongylodon archboldianus, Strongylodon caeruleus, Strongylodon celebicus, Strongylodon crassifolius, Strongylodon decipiens, Strongylodon elmeri, Strongylodon loheri, Strongylodon pulcher, Strongylodon zschokkei, Strongylodon juangonzalezii, Strongylodon craveniae,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
Shing-Fan Huang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.F.Huang' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Strongylodon celebicus S.F.Huang: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.