Description
Symplocos cylindracea (also called Symplocos cylindracea, 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 cylindracea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Symplocos cylindracea 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 cylindracea can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly.
Where to Find Symplocos cylindracea
Symplocos cylindracea is native to Mexico, found in the states of Chiapas, Guerrero, Hidalgo, Jalisco, Michoacán, Morelos, Nayarit, Oaxaca, Puebla, Querétaro, San Luis Potosí, Sinaloa, Sonora, and Veracruz.