Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Species:
salicifolia
ID:
334836

Status:
valid

Authors:
Franch.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Morot) 9: 208 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000334168

Common Names

  • Willow-leaved Wendlandia
  • Wendlandia Salicifolia
  • Salicifolia Wendlandia

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Description

Wendlandia salicifolia is a small shrub or tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It has a single trunk and its leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical and subtropical forests. It prefers moist environments and is often found near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Wendlandia salicifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Wendlandia salicifolia has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Wendlandia salicifolia is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in a warm, moist environment. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-ripe wood in summer.

Where to Find Wendlandia salicifolia

Wendlandia salicifolia can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Indonesia.

Wendlandia salicifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Wendlandia salicifolia?

Wendlandia salicifolia

What is the common name of Wendlandia salicifolia?

Willow-leaved Wendlandia

What is the natural habitat of Wendlandia salicifolia?

Tropical forests of India and Sri Lanka

Species in the Wendlandia genus

Wendlandia aberrans, Wendlandia acuminata, Wendlandia amocana, Wendlandia andamanica, Wendlandia angustifolia, Wendlandia appendiculata, Wendlandia arabica, Wendlandia arborescens, Wendlandia augustinii, Wendlandia basistaminea, Wendlandia bicuspidata, Wendlandia bouvardioides, Wendlandia brachyantha, Wendlandia brevipaniculata, Wendlandia brevituba, Wendlandia buddlejacea, Wendlandia budleioides, Wendlandia burkillii, Wendlandia cambodiana, Wendlandia cavaleriei, Wendlandia connata, Wendlandia coriacea, Wendlandia dasythyrsa, Wendlandia densiflora, Wendlandia erythroxylon, Wendlandia ferruginea, Wendlandia formosana, Wendlandia fulva, Wendlandia gamblei, Wendlandia glabrata, Wendlandia glomerulata, Wendlandia guangdongensis, Wendlandia heyneana, Wendlandia heynei, Wendlandia inclusa, Wendlandia jingdongensis, Wendlandia junghuhniana, Wendlandia lauterbachii, Wendlandia laxa, Wendlandia ligustrina, Wendlandia ligustroides, Wendlandia litseifolia, Wendlandia longidens, Wendlandia longipedicellata, Wendlandia luzoniensis, Wendlandia merrilliana, Wendlandia myriantha, Wendlandia nervosa, Wendlandia nitens, Wendlandia nobilis,

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

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