Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mez) Dubéarnès, Julius & Utteridge
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 70(2)-25: 9 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342013
Common Names
- Embelia beccariana
- Beccari's Embelia
- Embelia
Description
Embelia beccariana (also called Beccarian Embelia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Myrsinaceae. It is native to the island of India and typically grows in moist, shady areas. It has large, dark green leaves and produces white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Embelia beccariana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for wildlife. It is also used for its medicinal properties, including treating fever, pain, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Embelia beccariana has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Embelia beccariana is a shrub that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. Cuttings can be taken in late summer or early autumn and rooted in a pot of moist compost. The plants should be grown in full sun and in a sheltered position.
Where to Find Embelia beccariana
Embelia beccariana is native to Australia and can be found in the states of Western Australia and South Australia.
Embelia beccariana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Embelia beccariana?
Embelia beccariana
What type of plant is Embelia beccariana?
It is a shrub
Where is Embelia beccariana found?
It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands
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
Avelinah Julius: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Julius' in the authors string.
Anne Dubéarnès: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dubéarnès' in the authors string.