Embelia arfakensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
arfakensis
ID:
667449
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kaneh. & Hatus.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1943
Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 57: 222 (1943)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666781
Common Names
- Embelia arfakensis
- Arfak Embelia
- Arfak False Black Pepper
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Embelia arfakensis (also called Arfak Embelia, among many other common names) is a shrub that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to Indonesia, and is found in moist deciduous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Embelia arfakensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Embelia arfakensis is small and white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed with a rough surface. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Embelia arfakensis can be propagated by seed or by division. It prefers a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soil in a partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position in a woodland garden or in a container.
Where to Find Embelia arfakensis
Embelia arfakensis is native to India and Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Embelia arfakensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Embelia arfakensis?
Embelia arfakensis
What is the common name of Embelia arfakensis?
Arfakensis Embelia
What are the uses of Embelia arfakensis?
Embelia arfakensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.
Species in the Embelia genus
Embelia adnata, Embelia amentacea, Embelia angulosa, Embelia angustifolia, Embelia arborea, Embelia arfakensis, Embelia australiana, Embelia basankusuensis, Embelia bataanensis, Embelia biflora, Embelia boivinii, Embelia borneensis, Embelia bracteosa, Embelia brassii, Embelia buxifolia, Embelia calcarea, Embelia canescens, Embelia carnosisperma, Embelia caulialata, Embelia clarkei, Embelia clusiifolia, Embelia comorensis, Embelia concinna, Embelia cordata, Embelia coriacea, Embelia corymbifera, Embelia cotinoides, Embelia cuneata, Embelia curvinervia, Embelia cyrtobotrya, Embelia dasythyrsa, Embelia deivanuae, Embelia demissa, Embelia djalonensis, Embelia drupacea, Embelia effusa, Embelia elevativena, Embelia elliptica, Embelia floribunda, Embelia foetida, Embelia frangulifolia, Embelia frondosa, Embelia fulva, Embelia furculosa, Embelia furfuracea, Embelia gallatlyi, Embelia gardneriana, Embelia gerardii, Embelia gracilenta, Embelia gracilis,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum, Aegiceras floridum, Amblyanthopsis bhotanica, Amblyanthopsis membranacea, Amblyanthopsis philippinensis, Amblyanthus glandulosus, Amblyanthus multiflorus, Amblyanthus obovatus, Amblyanthus praetervisus, Androsace beringensis, Androsace idahoensis, Androsace adenocephala, Androsace adfinis, Androsace aflatunensis, Androsace aizoon, Androsace akbajtalensis, Androsace alaica, Androsace alaschanica, Androsace alaskana, Androsace albana, Androsace alchemilloides, Androsace alpina, Androsace americana, Androsace apus, Androsace aretioides, Androsace aretioides, Androsace argentea, Androsace armeniaca, Androsace axillaris, Androsace baltistanica, Androsace bidentata, Androsace bisulca, Androsace brachystegia, Androsace brahmaputrae, Androsace brevis, Androsace bryomorpha, Androsace bulleyana, Androsace bungeana, Androsace caduca, Androsace caespitosa, Androsace cernuiflora, Androsace chaixii, Androsace chamaejasme, Androsace ciliata, Androsace ciliifolia, Androsace constancei, Androsace coronata, Androsace cortusifolia, Androsace croftii, Androsace cuscutiformis,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2788010: Based on the initial data import
Sumihiko Hatusima (1906-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hatus.' in the authors string.
Ryōzō Kanehira (1882-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaneh.' in the authors string.