Status:
valid
Authors:
Noot.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Leiden Bot. Ser. 1: 132 (1975)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491306
Common Names
- Batakensis Symplocos
- Symplocos batakensis
- Batakensis Symplocos
Description
Symplocos batakensis (also called Batak Symplocos, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Symplocaceae. It is a small shrub, growing up to 2 m in height. It is native to Sumatra, and it is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Symplocos batakensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fragrant flowers are used to make perfumes and potpourri. The bark is used to make a medicinal tea.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Symplocos batakensis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Symplocos batakensis is a tropical shrub that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from seed or by division of the root ball. The seeds should be sown in a warm, humid environment and kept moist until germination. Once established, it is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Symplocos batakensis
Symplocos batakensis is native to Indonesia and can be found in Sumatra and Java.
Symplocos batakensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Symplocos batakensis?
Symplocos batakensis
What is the family of Symplocos batakensis?
Symplocaceae
What is the common name of Symplocos batakensis?
Batak Symplocos
Species in the Symplocos genus
Symplocos nitens,
Symplocos nivea,
Symplocos oblongifolia,
Symplocos obovatifolia,
Symplocos obtusa,
Symplocos octopetala,
Symplocos myrtacea,
Symplocos pergracilis,
Symplocos moaensis,
Symplocos mucronata,
Symplocos multibracteata,
Symplocos nairii,
Symplocos nakaharae,
Symplocos neblinae,
Symplocos oligandra,
Symplocos paucistaminea,
Symplocos pealii,
Symplocos pedunculata,
Symplocos olivacea,
Symplocos ophirensis,
Symplocos oranjeensis,
Symplocos organensis,
Symplocos ovalis,
Symplocos oxyphylla,
Symplocos oreophila,
Symplocos kothayarensis,
Symplocos kurgensis,
Symplocos laeteviridis,
Symplocos lasseri,
Symplocos latifolia,
Symplocos interrupta,
Symplocos jauaensis,
Symplocos koidzumiana,
Symplocos junghuhnii,
Symplocos kawakamii,
Symplocos kemiriensis,
Symplocos khasiana,
Symplocos ledermannii,
Symplocos johniana,
Symplocos martinicensis,
Symplocos megalocarpa,
Symplocos montana,
Symplocos micrantha,
Symplocos microcalyx,
Symplocos microphylla,
Symplocos microstyla,
Symplocos migoi,
Symplocos lehmannii,
Symplocos leochaii,
Symplocos leonis,
Species in the Symplocaceae family
Symplocos nitens,
Symplocos nivea,
Symplocos oblongifolia,
Symplocos obovatifolia,
Symplocos obtusa,
Symplocos octopetala,
Symplocos myrtacea,
Symplocos pergracilis,
Symplocos moaensis,
Symplocos mucronata,
Symplocos multibracteata,
Symplocos nairii,
Symplocos nakaharae,
Symplocos neblinae,
Symplocos oligandra,
Symplocos paucistaminea,
Symplocos pealii,
Symplocos pedunculata,
Symplocos olivacea,
Symplocos ophirensis,
Symplocos oranjeensis,
Symplocos organensis,
Symplocos ovalis,
Symplocos oxyphylla,
Symplocos oreophila,
Symplocos kothayarensis,
Symplocos kurgensis,
Symplocos laeteviridis,
Symplocos lasseri,
Symplocos latifolia,
Symplocos interrupta,
Symplocos jauaensis,
Symplocos koidzumiana,
Symplocos junghuhnii,
Symplocos kawakamii,
Symplocos kemiriensis,
Symplocos khasiana,
Symplocos ledermannii,
Symplocos johniana,
Symplocos martinicensis,
Symplocos megalocarpa,
Symplocos montana,
Symplocos micrantha,
Symplocos microcalyx,
Symplocos microphylla,
Symplocos microstyla,
Symplocos migoi,
Symplocos lehmannii,
Symplocos leochaii,
Symplocos leonis,