Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
cerasifolia
ID:
491871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1844

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 8: 257 (1844)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000491203

Common Names

  • Cerasifolia
  • Indian Locus
  • Kokum

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Synonyms

  • Bobua cerasifolia Miers [unknown]
  • Eugenioides cerasifolium Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Symplocos cerasifolia (also called Symplocos cerasifolia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with small, oval-shaped leaves. It is native to India and Southeast Asia, and it typically grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Symplocos cerasifolia is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines and as a dye for fabrics.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Symplocos cerasifolia var. grandifolia Noot.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Symplocos cerasifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, hard, round seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Symplocos cerasifolia can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly. Fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Symplocos cerasifolia

Symplocos cerasifolia can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

Symplocos cerasifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Symplocos cerasifolia?

Symplocos cerasifolia

What is the common name of Symplocos cerasifolia?

Cerasifolia Symplocos

What is the natural habitat of Symplocos cerasifolia?

It is found in tropical deciduous forests of Mexico

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,