Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
scortechinii
ID:
667663

Status:
valid

Authors:
King & Gamble

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
J. Asiat. Soc. Bengal, Pt. 2, Nat. Hist. 74: 107 (1905 publ. 1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000666995

Common Names

  • Embelia scortechinii
  • Scortechin's Embelia
  • Scortechin's False Black Pepper

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Description

Embelia scortechinii (also called Scortechin's Embelia, among many other common names) is a woody climber with small, white flowers and black, round fruits. It is native to India and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as disturbed areas and secondary forests.

Uses & Benefits

Embelia scortechinii is used to treat digestive disorders, skin diseases, and fever. It is also used as an insect repellent and as a tonic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Embelia scortechinii is small, white and has five petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Embelia scortechinii is a perennial climber that can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining potting mix in the spring or summer. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Embelia scortechinii

Embelia scortechinii can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Embelia scortechinii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Embelia scortechinii?

Embelia scortechinii

What is the family of Embelia scortechinii?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Embelia scortechinii?

Scortechinii

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-2788206: Based on the initial data import
James Sykes Gamble (1847-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gamble' in the authors string.
George King (1840-1909): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'King' in the authors string.