Status:
valid
Authors:
F.G.Wang & H.G.Ye
Source:
tro
Year:
2002
Citation Micro:
J. Trop. Subtrop. Bot. 10: 35 (2002)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265231
Common Names
- Symplocos chaoanensis
- Chaoan Symplocos
- Chaoan's Symplocos
Description
Symplocos chaoanensis (also called 'Chaoan Symplocos', among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall. It is native to China, and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Symplocos chaoanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and sore throat.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Symplocos chaoanensis has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small, with two to four pairs of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Symplocos chaoanensis is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape and size.
Where to Find Symplocos chaoanensis
Symplocos chaoanensis can be found in the dry forests of China.
Symplocos chaoanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Symplocos chaoanensis?
Symplocos chaoanensis
What is the common name of Symplocos chaoanensis?
Chaoan sweetleaf
What is the natural habitat of Symplocos chaoanensis?
Mixed evergreen and deciduous forests
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,
References
Fa Guo Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Wang' in the authors string.
Hua Gu Ye: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.G.Ye' in the authors string.