Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
xylocarpa
ID:
667708

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Halliday

Source:
cmp

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 32: 293 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000667040

Common Names

  • Embelia xylocarpa
  • Xylocarp Embelia
  • Woody Embelia

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Description

Embelia xylocarpa (also called Xylocarp Embelia, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually reaching a height of about 5 m. It is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and is found in moist, lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Embelia xylocarpa is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, skin diseases, and rheumatism. It is also used as an insect repellent and to treat snakebites.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Embelia xylocarpa is small, white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Embelia xylocarpa 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 xylocarpa

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

Embelia xylocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Embelia xylocarpa?

Embelia xylocarpa

What is the family of Embelia xylocarpa?

Myrsinaceae

What is the common name of Embelia xylocarpa?

Woody-fruited Embelia

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-2788248: Based on the initial data import
Patricia Halliday (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Halliday' in the authors string.