Status:
valid
Authors:
Gerard
Source:
iplants
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Compt. Rend. Assoc. Franç. Avancem. Sci. 1914(Sess. 43): 118 (1915)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000627905
Common Names
- Oblong Sarcolaena
- Oblong-leaved Sarcolaena
- Oblong-leaved Ironwood
Description
Sarcolaena oblongifolia (also called Oblong-leaved Sarcolaena, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Sarcolaenaceae family. It is native to tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia and is found in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It grows to a height of up to 2 meters and has oval-shaped leaves. It produces small white flowers and red fruits.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcolaena oblongifolia is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used to make a tea which is believed to have medicinal properties. It is also used as a windbreak and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Sarcolaena oblongifolia are small, yellow, and fragrant. The seeds are small and black, with a hard outer shell. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sarcolaena oblongifolia is a medium-sized rainforest tree that can reach up to 15 m in height. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained seedling mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sheltered position until they are ready to be transplanted.
Where to Find Sarcolaena oblongifolia
Sarcolaena oblongifolia is native to the wet tropics of Queensland in Australia. It can be found in rainforest margins, open forest, and along creeks and streams.
Sarcolaena oblongifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sarcolaena oblongifolia?
Sarcolaena oblongifolia
What is the common name of Sarcolaena oblongifolia?
Mountain laurel
What is the natural habitat of Sarcolaena oblongifolia?
Tropical rainforests of South America
Species in the Sarcolaena genus
Species in the Sarcolaenaceae family
Eremolaena darainensis,
Eremolaena humblotiana,
Eremolaena rotundifolia,
Leptolaena abrahamii,
Leptolaena arenaria,
Leptolaena cuspidata,
Leptolaena delphinensis,
Leptolaena gautieri,
Leptolaena masoalensis,
Leptolaena multiflora,
Leptolaena pauciflora,
Leptolaena raymondii,
Mediusella bernieri,
Pentachlaena betamponensis,
Pentachlaena latifolia,
Pentachlaena orientalis,
Pentachlaena vestita,
Perrierodendron boinense,
Perrierodendron capuronii,
Perrierodendron occidentale,
Perrierodendron quartzitorum,
Perrierodendron rodoense,
Rhodolaena acutifolia,
Rhodolaena altivola,
Rhodolaena bakeriana,
Rhodolaena coriacea,
Rhodolaena humblotii,
Rhodolaena leroyana,
Rhodolaena macrocarpa,
Sarcolaena codonochlamys,
Sarcolaena delphinensis,
Sarcolaena eriophora,
Sarcolaena grandiflora,
Sarcolaena humbertiana,
Sarcolaena isaloensis,
Sarcolaena multiflora,
Sarcolaena oblongifolia,
Schizolaena capuronii,
Schizolaena cauliflora,
Schizolaena cavacoana,
Schizolaena charlotteae,
Schizolaena elongata,
Schizolaena exinvolucrata,
Schizolaena gereaui,
Schizolaena hystrix,
Schizolaena isaloensis,
Schizolaena manomboensis,
Schizolaena masoalensis,
Schizolaena microphylla,
Schizolaena milleri,