Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
clusiifolia
ID:
667478

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Pl. Jungh. : 187 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666810

Common Names

  • Embelia clusiifolia
  • Clusia-leaved Embelia
  • Indian False Black Pepper

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Synonyms

  • Ribesiodes clusiifolia (Miq.) Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Embelia clusiifolia (also called Indian Embelia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It grows up to 5 m tall and has alternate, oblong-lanceolate leaves that are 4-7 cm long and 1-2 cm wide. The flowers are white, fragrant, and clustered in axillary cymes. The fruits are globose, red, and fleshy.

Uses & Benefits

Embelia clusiifolia 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 clusiifolia 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 clusiifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a moist soil mix. Both methods require warm temperatures and bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Embelia clusiifolia

Embelia clusiifolia is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Southeast Asia.

Embelia clusiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Embelia clusiifolia?

Embelia clusiifolia

What is the common name of Embelia clusiifolia?

Clusiifolia Embelia

What are the uses of Embelia clusiifolia?

Embelia clusiifolia 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,

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