Streblus zeylanicus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Thwaites) Kurz
Source:
tro
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Prelim. Rep. Forest Pegu , App. A: cxviii (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001245174
Common Names
- Streblus zeylanicus
- Ceylon Streblus
- Streblus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Streblus zeylanicus (also called Ceylon Streblus, among many other common names) is a small tree native to Mexico. It has large, glossy, dark green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Streblus zeylanicus is used for its wood and as a traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Streblus zeylanicus has small, white flowers that grow in clusters on the tree. The flowers are followed by fruits that contain two or three seeds. The seeds are oval-shaped and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two or three leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Streblus zeylanicus is a tropical tree that can be propagated from seeds or cuttings. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but it is best to provide some shade during the hottest part of the day. The plant should be watered regularly, but not overly saturated. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Streblus zeylanicus
Streblus zeylanicus can be found in the tropical forests of Colombia and Ecuador.
Species in the Streblus genus
Streblus mitis, Streblus celebensis, Streblus banksii, Streblus ascendens, Streblus mauritianus, Streblus crenatus, Streblus heterophyllus, Streblus glaber, Streblus elongatus, Streblus monoicus, Streblus vidalii, Streblus spinosus, Streblus solomonensis, Streblus sclerophyllus, Streblus perakensis, Streblus pendulina, Streblus anthropophagorum, Streblus sandwicensis, Streblus dimepate, Streblus asper, Streblus ilicifolius, Streblus smithii, Streblus taxoides, Streblus indicus, Streblus zeylanicus, Streblus macrophyllus, Streblus brunoniana,
Species in the Moraceae family
Allaeanthus greveanus, Allaeanthus kurzii, Allaeanthus luzonicus, Allaeanthus zeylanicus, Antiaris toxicaria, Antiaropsis decipiens, Antiaropsis uniflora, Artocarpus albobrunneus, Artocarpus altilis, Artocarpus altissimus, Artocarpus anisophyllus, Artocarpus annulatus, Artocarpus avatifolius, Artocarpus blancoi, Artocarpus brevipedunculatus, Artocarpus camansi, Artocarpus chama, Artocarpus corneri, Artocarpus elasticus, Artocarpus excelsus, Artocarpus fulvicortex, Artocarpus glaucus, Artocarpus gomezianus, Artocarpus gongshanensis, Artocarpus heterophyllus, Artocarpus hirsutus, Artocarpus hispidus, Artocarpus horridus, Artocarpus hypargyreus, Artocarpus integer, Artocarpus jarrettiae, Artocarpus kemando, Artocarpus lacucha, Artocarpus lanceifolius, Artocarpus longifolius, Artocarpus lowii, Artocarpus mariannensis, Artocarpus multifidus, Artocarpus nanchuanensis, Artocarpus nigrifolius, Artocarpus nitidus, Artocarpus nobilis, Artocarpus obtusus, Artocarpus odoratissimus, Artocarpus palembanicus, Artocarpus petelotii, Artocarpus pinnatisectus, Artocarpus pithecogallus, Artocarpus primackii, Artocarpus reticulatus,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50131925: Based on the initial data import
George Henry Kendrick Thwaites (1812-1882): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thwaites' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Sulpiz Kurz (1834-1878): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kurz' in the authors string.