Status:
valid
Authors:
Clos
Source:
ksu
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 4, 8: 251 (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000914027
Common Names
- Scolopia acuminata
- Acuminata Scolopia
- Scolopia Acuminata
Description
Scolopia acuminata (also called Acuminate scolopia, among many other common names) is a deciduous tree native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It has a spreading canopy, with large, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Scolopia acuminata is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments. It is also used as a source of timber and for its ornamental value in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Scolopia acuminata is small and white, with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scolopia acuminata can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Scolopia acuminata
Scolopia acuminata can be found in Madagascar.
Species in the Scolopia genus
Scolopia luzonensis,
Scolopia macrophylla,
Scolopia nitida,
Scolopia zeyheri,
Scolopia germainii,
Scolopia heterophylla,
Scolopia kermodei,
Scolopia novoguineensis,
Scolopia spinosa,
Scolopia steenisiana,
Scolopia rhamniphylla,
Scolopia closii,
Scolopia crassipes,
Scolopia crenata,
Scolopia acuminata,
Scolopia braunii,
Scolopia brownii,
Scolopia inappendiculata,
Scolopia coriacea,
Scolopia taimbarina,
Scolopia hazomby,
Scolopia erythrocarpa,
Scolopia thouvenoti,
Scolopia manongarivae,
Scolopia flanaganii,
Scolopia mundii,
Scolopia oreophila,
Scolopia stolzii,
Scolopia pusilla,
Scolopia orientalis,
Scolopia meridionalis,
Scolopia septentrionalis,
Scolopia calcicola,
Scolopia spinescens,
Scolopia montana,
Scolopia madagascariensis,
Scolopia theifolia,
Scolopia zeyheri,
Scolopia chinensis,
Scolopia buxifolia,
Scolopia saeva,
Scolopia lucida,
Scolopia maoulidae,
Scolopia oldhamii,
Scolopia delphinensis,
Scolopia mundtii,
Scolopia parkinsonii,
Scolopia clossiana,
Species in the Salicaceae family
Abatia angeliana,
Abatia americana,
Abatia canescens,
Abatia glabra,
Abatia mexicana,
Abatia microphylla,
Abatia parviflora,
Abatia rugosa,
Abatia spicata,
Abatia stellata,
Azara alpina,
Azara celastrina,
Azara dentata,
Azara integrifolia,
Azara intermedia,
Azara lanceolata,
Azara microphylla,
Azara petiolaris,
Azara salicifolia,
Azara serrata,
Azara uruguayensis,
Banara acunae,
Banara arguta,
Banara axilliflora,
Banara boliviana,
Banara brasiliensis,
Banara brittonii,
Banara caymanensis,
Banara cordifolia,
Banara domingensis,
Banara excisa,
Banara glauca,
Banara guianensis,
Banara ibaguensis,
Banara larensis,
Banara leptophylla,
Banara minutiflora,
Banara nitida,
Banara orinocensis,
Banara parviflora,
Banara portoricensis,
Banara quinquenervis,
Banara regia,
Banara riparia,
Banara riscoi,
Banara saxicola,
Banara selleana,
Banara serrata,
Banara splendens,
Banara tomentosa,