Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
canescens
ID:
667472

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jack ex Roxb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ind. 2: 292 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666804

Common Names

  • Embelia canescens
  • Grey-leaved Embelia
  • Indian False Black Pepper

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Synonyms

  • Embelia canescens glabrescens Ridl. [unknown]
  • Ribesiodes canescens (Jack ex Roxb.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Embelia canescens (also called Grey Embelia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree. It is native to India and Sri Lanka, and grows in moist forests, thickets, and shady places. It has elliptic-oblong leaves with serrated margins, and the flowers are white or pink.

Uses & Benefits

Embelia canescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Embelia canescens 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Embelia canescens is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 5 m tall. It is propagated by seeds or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in well-drained soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm and humid environment.

Where to Find Embelia canescens

Embelia canescens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Embelia canescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Embelia canescens?

Embelia canescens

What is the common name of Embelia canescens?

Canescens Embelia

What are the uses of Embelia canescens?

Embelia canescens 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-2788032: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
William Jack (1795-1822): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jack' in the authors string.